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I've been letting this stick sit in the humidor for several months now. I tend to enjoy Sumatra wrappers, and this one is leathery and very oily. The foot is a little shaggy, and there is a long, tight pigtail (as seen below). I clipped off the artfully done pigtail, and toasted the foot with my Xikar Crossover.
The first third of this cigar gave me notes of rye toast. I paired it with some red table wine (The Big Red Monster). Excellent burn. This cigar is full-bodied, and I picked up plenty of rich leather. A slight numbing of my gums was evident. As I approach the 2nd third, the Kristoff mellows out a little, and flavors and strength head towards a medium body. The ash was going strong at an inch long before I disconnected it.
At the halfway point, things are smooth and pleasant. The flavors are blending well with those of the wine, giving the smoke a thick mouth feel.
The final third grew stronger again, with flavors seen previously in the cigar, just a bit heavier.
All in all, and enjoyable cigar. Can't seem to go wrong with the Sumatra wrappers.
Size: 5-1/2 x 54
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra
Binder: Brazilian
Filler: Dominican/Nicaraguan
