Cigar News: H. Upmann Nicaragua by AJ Fernandez Gets New Belicoso Box-Press Vitola
Altadis U.S.A. is expanding its offering within the H. Upmann Nicaragua by AJ Fernandez line — a new Belicoso box-press size. The brand’s fourth size in the line.
Belicoso
Team Cigar Review: Pappy Van Winkle Tradition Belicoso Fino
The Pappy Van Winkle Tradition Belicoso Fino is our second vitola reviewed within this line. Looking back at the Toro format, the tasting notes of this Belicoso Fino seemed like I was smoking two different cigars. The Toro was generic in flavors whereas the Belicoso Fino was distinct and fuller in flavors. This format is no doubt the clear winner of the two.
Team Cigar Review: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Todos Las Dias Double Wide Belicoso
I finally found the size of a Todos Las Dias I truly enjoy. Within the other formats, the profile was too heavy handed in spice, earth and strength. But the double wide belicoso fit a great balance between sweetness, spice, earth all delivered in a medium plus body.
Team Cigar Review: Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva Belicoso
The flavor and strength level started subtle and then eased higher the further I got into the cigar which is appreciated. Cedar and oak along with some baking spice made for a nice flavor profile. It was nice seeing this variation of the line and it is one that I will gladly smoke more of.