One of the new cigars announced at the February Habanos Festival and 'hot off the presses' is the new Reserva Romeo y Julieta Churchill.
I'll admit I'm not a huge fan of the current production Churchill, although statesmanlike it undoubtedly is among Habanos. It's just too mild for my taste and while a corona of this blend would pass half an hour pleasantly, an hour and a half's worth is not my idea of fun.
Don't get me wrong, it's a very refined and cultured blend - just not a favourite.
So onto the Reserva - does it offer anything different? Sort of.
It comes with two elegant bands, the standard Churchill band and another to demonstrate this is a Reserva production of aged leaves. The blend is smooth and light, but because of its mildness, one has to question whether it will improve much with age. It will be interesting to see.
It burns well and has an elegant bouquet. But, like its poorer cousin, it becomes a little 'samey' after a while and I found myself longing for some more oomph.
A suave smoke then, for the lighter palate, but as it's likely to be a very expensive stick, I do have my doubts about it. Be interested in your thoughts.
Happy herfing.
M.
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