The pre-light nose was filled with dark berry and the pre-light taste had a lot of earthy hay-like notes with a sweet, lingering flavor. Once lit this cigar offered dense, creamy smoke that was smooth. Spices kicked in fairly quick, lingering in the taste. It had a noticeable sweetness throughout. Full flavors with the body to match. A Straightforward full bodied, full flavored spicy smoke with great construction.