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A Romeo y Julieta Crafted by AJ Fernandez Nicaragua Robusto and Some List Thoughts

Tonight I smoked a cigar I picked up at a new shop I had stopped in to a few weeks ago that I hadn’t seen before. It was the Romeo and Julieta Crafted by AJ Fernandez Robusto. This cigar had a cedar wrap, was nicely presented, and I want to say it was on the higher side price wise. Historically, most
of the majority of Altadis cigar I find myself enjoying are  those made in conjunction with AJ Fernandez, Montecristo, Upmann, Trinidad, you get the picture.… Continue reading »

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Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Nicaragua and Bellas Artes Maduro Cigars

I mentioned that I picked up some new-to-me cigars recently, and one of those was the Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Nicaragua in the 6″ x 54 toro size. I can’t say as I’ve really taken to a great many Romeo y Julieta cigars, although I do recall enjoying the Reserva Real line the most. I have enjoyed a few of the newer RoMEo blends, although none were particularly mind-blowing for me. As with many cigars in the Altadis portfolio, it seems that the ones I’m drawn to are the ones that come out of the A.J. Fernandez partnership.… Continue reading »

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Best Cigar Prices Grand Exhibition Cigar Line

After my recent visit to the Best Cigar Prices shop up in Drums, PA, Jason there sent me a few of their latest exclusive Altadis series, the Grand Exhibition line. I figured I’d give them a smoke this week and see how they were. Here’s what he wrote about them on the BCP site:

Cigars have been showcased at World’s Fair Exhibitions dating back to the 1800s. Commonly featured in the agricultural exhibits of various nations, these displays often gave the public their first look at real tobacco leaves, demonstrated the care and expertise involved in crafting fine cigars, and were even judged and awarded medals based on quality and workmanship. Indeed, the same passion and pride of cigar making that we know today was in full force at these international conventions held hundreds of years ago.… Continue reading »

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