Chateau Real

Here's another cigar that I received from a friend, but this one was taken care of. I was given this one because my friend had to make room for the AB Filthy Hooligan box he purchased (I did the same, I just bought a bigger humidor!).

Chateau Real 5.25"x54 Noble Habana Maduro 

Construction:

This is a good looking smoke with invisible seams, and a dark, slightly oily and toothy wrapper. This cigar is the brain-child of Drew Estates as they attempt to recreate pre-embargo Havana blends. Since I have no idea what those taste like, then I can assume that Drew Estates got it right.....I guess.

Smoke:

I opened this cigar and noticed a nice spice and raisin flavor on the cold draw. I also noticed a sweetened cap which is standard of Cuban cigars of old. Once lit I was greeted by a nice pepper and spice flavor. I also noticed a hint of warm earth and leather on the finish. This cigar burned even and stayed nice and cool throughout the stick. The only problem I encountered was that the nub started to get a little spongy toward the end. I did like that the flavors stayed constant through to end, but there were no new flavors introduced.

Overall, I enjoyed this smoke. I paired this cigar with a cup of coffee and I felt that brought out the nuances of the flavors. It was a good smoke, but not one that jumps at me to buy up in quantity. If I received this in a sampler or as a gift, I wouldn't be upset.

Keep Smokin'!

Mick