The Rocky Patel Vintage 1999 Connecticut Robusto in glass tube packaging offers a 5"x50 parejo shape that's become a modern classic for Connecticut shade enthusiasts. Its distinctive golden wrapper - aged 7 years before rolling - conceals a Nicaraguan binder and 8-year-old Dominican/Nicaraguan filler blend. Scoring 91 points from major publications, this mild-bodied cigar combines approachability with enough complexity to keep veterans interested during morning coffee pairings.
Cold draw reveals almond skin and papery sweetness. Initial combustion produces creamy smoke with pronounced cashew nut and cedar notes. The retrohale carries subtle vanilla essence without pepper bite.
Toasted wheat characteristics emerge, accompanied by white pepper specks on the tongue. Ash maintains solid 1.5" segments. Construction shows slight canoeing that self-corrects without touch-ups.
Develops roasted coffee bean bitterness balanced by lingering honey sweetness. Smoke density increases noticeably, with tight draw requiring more frequent puffs. Ends clean without acridity at the nub.
Hand-rolled at Rocky Patel's Danlí factory, these cigars showcase consistent triple caps and seamless wrapper application. The glass tube preserves 68-70% humidity effectively - cigars shipped without humidification arrive ready to smoke after 48hr rest.
