Let's cut to the chase - the Plasencia Cosecha 149 La Vega Robusto hits different. This 5x52 parejo comes in boxes of 10 at $136.35, packing Honduran-grown tobacco from three premier regions. The "149" in its name honors Plasencia's 149th tobacco harvest since 1895, rolled at their Tabacos de Oriente factory with serious craftsmanship.
The initial light punches with black coffee grounds and bitter cocoa. There's an earthy minerality underneath - think damp soil after rain. Smoke production stays moderate, perfect for casual puffing without fogging up your room.
Caramelized sweetness emerges, cutting through the initial bitterness. Now we're getting roasted cashews and cedar plank aromas. The burn line stays razor-sharp, though I noticed slight tar buildup near the cap.
Spice lovers rejoice - white pepper and cinnamon kick in hard. The body intensifies with leather tannins, while that underlying mineral note keeps things grounded. Stopped at nub stage due to nicotine buzz (fair warning to lightweight smokers).
This blend showcases specific Honduran microclimates: Olancho: Volcanic soil minerals Jamastran Valley: Sugar-developing temperature swings Talanga: Triple-fermented filler leaves
The Corojo99 wrapper feels slightly oily to touch, a testament to Plasencia's sun-growing techniques. What really sets it apart? Their 18-month fermentation process that transforms rough leaves into smooth operators.
