Let's cut straight to this Dominican beauty - Don Julio Sang Bleu Robusto hits shelves in 24-count boxes at $306.72, packing a punchy 5"×50 parejo shape. The all-blue packaging screams luxury, though regular production status doesn't guarantee shelf longevity. First impressions? That oily Dominican Corojo-seed wrapper hugs the filler like a second skin.
The foot lights up with espresso grounds intensity - think dark roast without bitterness. Underneath pulses a cinnamon rhythm that keeps the palate awake. Smoke output feels modest at this stage, but dense enough to chew on.
Leather notes emerge around the 1" burn mark, accompanied by mineral undertones that hardcore maduro fans crave. The draw tightens slightly here - not enough to warrant a poker tool, but noticeable compared to the initial effortless pull.
Cocoa powder dominates the last third with pepper sparks dancing on the tongue's edges. Retrohale reveals hidden almond sweetness, though nicotine builds up faster than expected for its medium rating. Savvy smokers might nub it at 1.5" remaining.
Crafted in DR's Cibao Valley using family-grown tobaccos, Sang Bleu continues Don Julio's legacy since 2013. The blue/gold bands nod to the original Punta Espada series, now matured with a decade of blending knowledge. Reyes family fields contribute all leaves - proper Dominican puro through and through.
