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Ist die Linie „1942“ seinem Vater gewidmet, so feiert der aktuelle Firmenchef Alejandro Turrent sich mit dieser Serie einfach mal selbst. So lange die Qualität so überzeugt wie bei dieser tollen Zigarre mit ca. 55 – 65 Minuten Rauchdauer, sei es ihm gegönnt!

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Auch diese Serie enthält einen hohen mexikanischen und einen geringeren nicaraguanischen Tabak-Anteil, präsentiert sich jedoch spürbar würziger, intensiver, auch etwas kräftiger als die „Serie 1942“. Besonders reizvoll ist das harmonische Wechselspiel von herzhaften Gewürznoten und charmanter Süße, perfekt untermalt von permanent vorhandenen nussig-cremigen Noten. Die mundwässernde mineralische Deftigkeit steht nur scheinbar im Widerspruch zu lieblich-sanften Geschmacksfacetten wie Vanille; tatsächlich ist der Blend für seine Preisklasse enorm ausbalanciert und facettenreich.

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Lassen Sie sich nicht von der Jahreszahl irritieren – 1942 gab es auch erfreuliche Ereignisse, wie die Geburt des Firmengründers Alberto Turrent! Die Robusto der zu seinen Ehren konzipieren Reihe brennt ca. 55 – 65 Minuten lang.

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Turrent ist bekannt dafür, zu moderaten Preisen reichlich Komplexität zu bieten. Neben nicaraguanischen Tabaken mit ihrer unvergleichlichen Würze enthält der Blend vor allem Blätter aus dem Produktionsland Mexiko, das sonst meist nur mit Wrappern aus San Andrés vertreten ist. Das Ergebnis ist ein ziemliches Feuerwerk mit fruchtig-pfeffrig-ätherischen Criollo-Noten, gepaart mit dem nussigen Schmelz und der schokoladigen Anmutung des mexikanischen Schwarztabaks („Negro“). An den Gaumen heftet sich deutliche Süße, im Hintergrund schweben Zedernaromen. Die Stärke ist im mittleren Bereich. Ein echter Geheimtipp!

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This version of the extra-long and -thick Robustos from Mexico (smoking time approx. 60 - 70 minutes) is named after the original origin rather than the place of cultivation of the dominant tobacco variety Criollo. This is because it is developed from the classic "black tobacco" of Cuba.

Flavours

This medium-bodied smoke offers the most straightforward, classic tobacco flavour of the range. The intense etherealness of tropical woods combines harmoniously with pithy toasted notes and the mouth-filling umami taste of white bread; a pinch of racy spice adds excitement and spicy facets. On the other side of the flavour spectrum, delicious honey sweetness provides balance. The good-natured, comfortably drawing cigar maintains a rather consistent flavour picture, but definitely shows more strength and body in the final third.

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A pretty wacky format, barely tapered at the foot, but otherwise a typical "club" with trunk at the head end. By no means only a visual gag, as the entertaining smoke over about 65 - 80 minutes proves!

Aroma

The first puffs are - as usual from Perfectos - spicy-roasty; then the cigar opens up and unfolds a colorful bouquet of harmonious aromas between fragrant and spicy - floral notes are just as abundant as spices, though here more cinnamon than pepper. The smoke consistency is delightfully smooth, the delicious sweetness of caramel clings to the palate, and subtle tones of leather hover over everything. Once the thick 1st third is smoked away, cedar and nuts visibly mix into the flavor play; the strength of the blend, which is characterized more by a lot of flavor than a lot of nicotine, slips into the lower midfield.

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The bright orange Anilla certainly has a signal effect, as this Turrent has noticeably more steam than "Criollo" or "Miami"! For a good hour, the Nicaraguan filler in Mexican garb makes the sun rise in the hearts of aficionados

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Whoever thinks of "Nicaragua" + "cigar" in terms of a heavy pepper blast and explosive aromatics is in the wrong movie here. While this smoke is a little above average in strength, the Mexican outer leaves make for amazingly flattering, nutty, chocolaty sweetness that is more clearly complemented by woody astringency and deeper, earthier notes, puff after puff. Nevertheless, the basic character remains uniquely "toasty-sweet" and reminiscent of roasted almonds until it is put down. The repeatedly flashing spicy notes of nutmeg or cinnamon also match this. Great smoke!

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The Turrent company means well - this format, for instance, is not that much shorter than a regular Robusto and provides about 45 - 55 minutes of enjoyment. Underneath the nice light-colored wrapper is a little Dominican and a lot of Mexican tobacco.

Aroma

A bit spicier and grittier than the larger formats, the short one comes across as expected, with more leather and cedar flavors as well as a touch of restrained sweetness. Still, everything is there that the blend, as light as it is aromatic, has to offer. Hints of exotic fruity notes blend harmoniously with the shaky smoky texture, the pleasant astringency on the palate at times reminiscent of tea, and the delicious, slightly toasty umami flavor of cornflakes. Rather light at the start, it reaches a just-medium strength in the final third and remains smooth on the palate throughout.

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You may well ask why this 54, dressed in chic black, is not simply called "Connecticut", since it is wrapped in such a wrapper. And it certainly doesn't contain tobacco from Florida - but plenty of flavour for a round hour!

Flavours

The mildest variant of the series offers more than enough variety and intensity of flavour, though the strength is light-medium and thus quite beginner-friendly. Fruity sweetness, moderate peppery spice, cedar wood and a stimulating herbal freshness combine to create an astonishingly complex taste experience for this price range, which is increasingly complemented by the noble bitter and melting taste of roasted nuts. So there's plenty of variety - there's no need for the alleged Spanish tobacco that is sometimes hallucinated into the blend... .

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Tobacco matured for 10 years is normally only available in the super-premium segment - but at Turrent also in the more moderate price sector! Significantly more opulent than a standard Robusto, this sturdy leaf roll burns for about 75 - 90 minutes.

Aroma

The extra-long maturation can be felt throughout the entire smoking process in the chewy, yet super smooth smoke texture. In terms of taste, the Robusto combines all the trademarks of the excellently balanced blend. The typical caramel sweetness forms the background for a delightful interplay of floral aromas with the scent of tropical woods, fine spices such as cinnamon and a leathery note that becomes more pronounced as the smoke progresses. At times, fruity overtones can also be tasted. A multi-faceted cigar, from the strength in the range "light - medium".

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Something like the first among equals is the Mexican Puro of this superfairly priced series. For about 60 - 70 minutes, it impressively proves that not only beautiful wrappers grow in Turrent's home country. For many, the best "OSRE"

Flavours

The "Cigar Journal" gave it a fat 92 P. - not without good reasons! The depth of flavour and harmony of the thick cigar suggests a higher price segment. Similar to a Skel Ton or Oliva "Serie V", it is a "chocolate bomb", bursting with flavours of cocoa, coffee and cream. Chocolate mousse with espresso for cigar smokers, so to speak! Besides that, however, it also has peat notes, lots of volatile spices and more than a hint of charming sultana sweetness to offer, embedded in fabulously sloppy smoke. Medium - strong, but with a totally gentle feel, great!

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Tobacco matured for 10 years is normally only available in the super-premium segment - but at Turrent also in the more moderate price sector! Significantly more opulent than a standard Robusto, this sturdy leaf roll burns for about 75 - 90 minutes.

Aroma

The extra-long maturation is noticeable throughout the smoke in the chewy, yet super smooth smoke texture. In terms of taste, the thickness combines all the trademarks of the excellently balanced blend. The typical caramel sweetness forms the background for a delightful interplay of floral aromas with the scent of tropical woods, fine spices such as cinnamon and a leathery note that becomes more pronounced as the smoke progresses. At times, fruity overtones can also be tasted. A multi-faceted cigar, from the strength in the range "light - medium".

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Sind schon die dickeren Formate erstaunlich facettenreich, bietet die lange 40er formatbedingt nochmal ein ganz anderes Maß an Abwechslung. Lasst euch ca. 80 – 105 Minuten lang angenehm überraschen!

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Nur wenige Zigarren dieser Preisklasse weisen eine so markante Entwicklung auf. Im 1. Drittel dominieren pflanzlich-ätherische Aromen wie Zeder, milder Pfeffer, Heu und Gewürzkräuter; im mittleren Abschnitt hält der Smoke jede Menge Getreide-Röstgeschmack, Karamell und Creme bereit, ohne dass die Würze verschwindet. Das letzte Drittel wiederum läutet ein Reigen von edelherben, vollmundigen Aromen wie Walnuss, Espresso und Lakritze ein; dabei wird die Lancero bei aller Intensität nie sonderlich kräftig. Der vielfach unterschätzte mexikanische Criollo zieht einige Register, die man in dieser Verbindung sonst gar nicht kennt.

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Das sensationelle Design, eine Hommage an den mexikanischen Allerseelentag, suggeriert eine starke Zigarre – doch der sehr lang gereifte Criollo belehrt eines Besseren. Locker gerollt für bequemen Zug – 55 – 70 Minuten Rauchzeit.

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Der extrem weiche, ölige Rauch dieser recht leichten Superzigarre lässt die langjährige Reifung sofort erkennen – Cremigkeit und Süße wie von Karamell, sogar Sahnelikör ergänzen sich mit sanften Cornflakes-Röstaromen und Michkaffee-Duft zu einem völlig harmonischen, samtigen Raucherlebnis, das nicht wenig an die Anmutung leichter kubanischer Marken wie Hoyo oder Quai d’Orsay erinnert. Im letzten Drittel wird der Smoke geschmacklich etwas „dunkler“ und schwerer, etwas Kakao kommt ins Spiel, der Kaffee wird schwärzer. Fantastisch für Einsteiger!

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With great success, the Mexican top producer launched in spring 2020 this great series with 4 variants differentiated by tobacco provenance on our market – all in the format of the thick „Robusto Extra“ with approx. 60 – 75 minutes smoking time. Here they are all united under the sliding lid of a nice little wooden sampler box!

Flavours

• Caribe: Made from pure Criollo tobacco. Tropical woods, Röst notes, umami; piquant spices, also honey. Medium.

• Miami: Connecticut Shadegrown wrapper. Fruits, herbs, a little pepper; later, tannins. Light – medium.

• Nicaragua: filler from the same place. Wood, earth, chocolate; sweetness of roasted almonds; nutmeg / cinnamon. Medium – strong.

• San Andrés: Mexican Puro, Maduro; cocoa, coffee, cream; peat, multi-layered spiciness, light raisinü&contrast;e. Medium – strong.

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The mighty 55s - actually Gran Toros - are among the most popular turrents, offering excellent tobacco quality for around 85 - 105 minutes for a tenner. Here come all 4 variants, each with its own distinct flavour profile, in a smart lockable wooden box with a clear lid - nice touch!

Flavours

A common feature of all versions is the tobacco maturation period of 10 years, unique in this price range, which can be added to the cigars at any time.

- Claro: Cedar and almond, floral scent and delicate toasted aromas. Very creamy. In the course of smoking increasingly nutty, also leathery. Light - medium.

- Colorado: Beautiful interplay of racy spice and caramel/honey sweetness. Dark wood notes, fruity overtones, cornflakes flavour. Medium.

- Maduro: Emphasises spicy toasty, but also treacle sweetness, roasted walnuts, bread crust and fine astringency. Medium - strong.

- Oscuro: Woody, toasty and leathery, with predominantly noble tart notes, but also sweet and sour tones. Medium - strong.