Monday, September 5, 2016

MBombay Vintage Reserve Lancero 1973 9/5/16


Appearance 
The light brown wrapper is mostly smooth with a couple thin veins. The seams are tight. It has about a 1/2" of exposed binder & filler at the foot( not to b confused with a shaggy foot). The wrapper has a nice oily sheen. 

Aroma 
Cedar, hint of floral on the wrapper. A little cedar aroma at the foot.

Prelight Draw 
Cedar, dried banana, a hint of spice, a bit of floral.

1st
The initial draws(remember there's no wrapper) brings notes of cedar and coffee. When the wrapper starts to burn the spice comes into play. Draw and burn are perfect. The ash is light gray and tight. Strength is medium. Floral notes enter the profile. 

2nd
Cedar, milder coffee, cinnamon spice and floral are all present and balanced. The cinnamon spice becomes a warm cinnamon spice which I enjoy. Ash drops about the 1 1/2" point each time. 

Final/3rd
The same profile of cedar, mild coffee, floral and warm cinnamon spice are still present and well balanced. Nice smoke production throughput. Strength is still medium. The coffee becomes more prominent midway in this 3rd. 
Overall the Kesara A provides an enjoyable smoking experience. It has a nice flavor profile that is well balanced from start to finish with a perfect draw & burn and medium strength. 
Thanks to Mel Shah @mbombaycigars for the samples for review.
If u can't find them at your local B&M they are available online at SeriousCigars.com  they carry the full line of MBombay cigars.
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