Let's cut straight to this Nicaraguan puro with an imposing 5x54 box-pressed format. At $205.95 per box of 10, it's priced like a special occasion smoke but smokes with the consistency of a daily driver. The oily maduro wrapper practically glows against the diamond-embossed band - looks expensive and pulls no punches with its medium-full body.
The initial draws slap you with dark chocolate fudge texture - thick smoke that clings to the palate. Nicaraguan earthiness comes through like damp forest floor, but there's surprising maple sweetness peeking through. Draw feels perfect, no touch-ups needed.
Transition hits at the halfway point: black coffee bitterness balances the early sweetness. Retrohale reveals baking spices - clove and allspice specifically. Ash holds strong past 2 inches, burn line razor-straight despite the box press.
Last act brings smoked meat intensity. Leather notes get more pronounced but never harsh. Nicotine kick creeps up - about 75 minutes in, you'll feel it in your temples. Perfect stopping point before the tar builds up.
