SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 - PHIL KURUT, COMEDY - CIGARS - MUSIC
LA GLORIA CUBANA GRAN LEGADO (7 3/4 x 62)
WRAPPER: CONNECTICUT BROADLEAF MADURO
BINDER: NICARAGUA
FILLER: NICARAGUA, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Gran Legado’s perfectly smooth draw puts a smile on my face. The smoke output is equally impressive, especially after the foot opens up. Full steam ahead.
Earth, spice, a leather/coffee combo, and subtle sweetness get things started.
Earth and light coffee blow through the nose. A slightly dirty coffee hangs on the finish along with a much more dominant yet balanced spice.
I typically don’t include the stories of the cigars I review, and I won’t venture from that habit, but you might check the Gran Legado’s story. I also don’t always comment on the bands, but I dig these bands. Classic and classy.
Gran Legado’s solid ash holds on well to a wavy burn line, which required regular smoke rolls™ and a minor burn touch-up near the end. In fairness, it had to compete with some wind throughout.
Dark chocolate, suede, and wood flow from the foot.
Milk chocolate, sweet tobacco, dark chocolate, and a touch of cola here and there find their way in near the half and continue to the end. The finish starts to get a little creamy and welcomes leather and dark chocolate.
I dig it. Hats off to the buncher and roller.
SMOKE TIME: 2 hrs. 43 mins.
RATING: 3.5 / 4 - Classic and classy.
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