This cigar had great hand and eye appeal with a classic size and shape. The pre-light nose was rich and filled with deep hay and earthy notes. The wrapper tobacco was smooth and evenly colored with a nice oily sheen. The cigar was very solid to the touch and had some decent weight to it. The draw was incredibly smooth with just a slight resistance. It had a slow and remarkably even burn. It produced generous amounts of hardy smoke from the first puff to the last. It had a noticeably full body, which was felt evenly throughout, not just the mouth or throat. The flavor was rich with a lot of earthy, peppery spices and a big chocolaty note, which was also noticed in the aroma. The cigar built in character as it was smoked, developing the whole way through. It had a very long, full flavored, full-bodied finish that left a lasting impression. This is definitely a cigar to kick back and relax with as it has a way of taking the drivers seat for the duration of the smoking experience.