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jdawg
08-09-2009, 11:02 PM
Hey Mates! I just tried my first HDM, so I thought I would do a quick review for others who may not have tried one yet.

Hoyo de Monterey Petit Robusto
Unknown box code - purchased a 3 pack to sample

Appearance: An attractive looking smoke that appears to have been constructed with care. Nice shade of brown with little to no defects.
4.5/5

Construction: Prelight draw gave a nice clean tobacco and cedar taste. The burn on this cigar was impeccable. Probably, one of the best burning CC I have ever smoked (I always have good burns with Partagas D4 and Shorts as well). A quality smoke here. 4.5/5

Flavor: Upon lighting, the clean crisp tobacco taste continues with a predominately woody flavor. After the first third, the same flavors dominate, but the spice ramped up a bit. This is not an overly complex smoke. The same flavor profile dominates throughout. However, the spice kicks up a notch after the midpoint. This is an enjoyable smoke and one that I would revisit again. I nubbed and burnt my fingers on this one, which I tend to do on a lot of good smokes. I took my time with this one, as I am not a fast smoker and it lasted a good hour. 4/5

Overall, I enjoyed this smoke and will certainly buy a box. I have only had these resting in my humi for about a week before lighting, so I can only imagine how good they will be after some time. (I know curiosity got the best of me). Sorry for not posting pics, I am not much of a photographer, but may do so in future reviews.

Jdawg121 (Jerry) :smoke:
HabanoSy
08-09-2009, 11:12 PM
Hi Jerry

Great review... :top:

Good to read your opinions on this mighty fine puro... :41:

Cheers, HabanoSy
MaledettoToscano
08-09-2009, 11:16 PM
Thanks for the review Jerry, was thinking about getting a 3-pack and I definitely will now.
Simon-JG-hr
08-09-2009, 11:35 PM
Thanks for the review jdawg121. Interesting, will have to give them a try too, as I've been looking for a HdM to try.
daverave999
08-09-2009, 11:52 PM
Nice review! I actually ordered a box of these on Monday morning and am MOST excited about them getting here.
TJCoro
09-09-2009, 12:02 AM
Yes...very nice review, senor Dawg.

I used to smoke quite a few HdM petits and have bought several boxes in the past. I sorta' burned out on 'em, though:dontknow:, but I have about six tucked away that I will try again after they age a little - 5 or more years.

But hey! That's me, :bandit: TJ, TJCoro,
Big J
09-09-2009, 01:58 PM
Great review jdawg! That's my second favorite stick from the HdM line.
I only have a few left in the humi from a cab of 08.
jdawg
09-09-2009, 04:12 PM
Hey Big J, what is your favorite from this line as I am curious to try others?
Big J
10-09-2009, 05:24 AM
jdawg, Epicure #2 is my favorite from the HdM line. I also like, Epicure #1, Le Hoyo Du Roi and HdM Churchill. Try the Epic #2 is a very good robusto. :41:
Deano
10-09-2009, 07:54 AM
Anything from HdM is a win for me. Ya all know my love for the HdM Epi 2.
jdawg
10-09-2009, 04:33 PM
It sounds like the Epi #2 is a winner. If it is anything like the Petit, I am sure it is great. I will have to try a few.
daverave999
10-09-2009, 05:49 PM
Strangely, I've not got on with the Epi 2 myself. Nothing particularly exciting in my book. *shrug*
Simon-JG-hr
10-09-2009, 07:14 PM
Had a brain fart moment. I realised that I had tried a HdM - an Epi2.

I'm with Dave on this one - it did anything but excite me. Maybe it was a duff one, but it was really quite bland and the construction was average at best. I'll doubtless give it a second chance at some point, but, thus far, not a big fan.
macker89
22-01-2010, 04:21 PM
Love this little short puppy :hug:
daverave999
22-01-2010, 05:37 PM
Try it with some Canada Dry. Astonishing combination.
nicwing
22-01-2010, 05:45 PM
Try it with some Canada Dry. Astonishing combination.

Wot...no whisky?
Simon Bolivar
26-02-2010, 09:12 PM
Jdawg, think you were right to take your time with the Petit, as they can turn hot otherwise. Much prefer the Epi No 2 but for a smaller smoke the Petit is fine. Funny thing though, they are not really for when you don't have time for an Epi No2, as by smoking it slower I usually find they last about the same time, for me 45-50mins.
jdawg
26-02-2010, 09:15 PM
Jdawg, think you were right to take your time with the Petit, as they can turn hot otherwise. Much prefer the Epi No 2 but for a smaller smoke the Petit is fine. Funny thing though, they are not really for when you don't have time for an Epi No2, as by smoking it slower I usually find they last about the same time, for me 45-50mins.

I agree! They are not to be rushed and can last as long as an Epi #2.
satch
26-02-2010, 09:49 PM
Right on, there JD. The HdM pr is possibly my fave cigar. They always last me an hour. Then again, I always take my time.
daverave999
26-02-2010, 09:53 PM
I may have to go have one.
daverave999
26-02-2010, 10:16 PM
I did, with Canada Dry. :)