A dark brown, toothy wrapper with oily spots covered this cigar.  It was extremely firm to the touch yet had a smooth draw.  There were subtle yet sweet tones on the pre-light nose with a mild earthy taste.  The first few puffs were a predecessor for what was to come with full, rich flavors and a dense, full textured, creamy body.  It had a lot of cocoa and peppery spices in the flavor as well as in the aroma.  The aroma was full with dark chocolate and spices like Mexican hot cocoa; black pepper, cinnamon and an underlying sweetness.  The strength of the cigar was well matched for the body and flavor profiles, full but not overwhelming while continuing to gain momentum especially in the second half.   While the smoke was balanced on the palate the cigar had complexity and depth.  The sweetness in the flavor and aroma became more pronounced in the second half, with the spices taking more of a back seat but always having a presence.  The burn was slow, even and produced a long and tight, medium colored grey ash.  Overall, outstanding construction.  This cigar demands attention and will engage all of the senses.