Partagas Serie D No. 5 OGA AGO 11: Ode to the 47 to 52 gauge review week


Guest Nekhyludov

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Dimensions: 50 x 4 3/8"

Box Code: OGA AGO 11

This small robusto has a characteristic Partagas alphabet series wrapper - matte, dark colorado, with visible oil crystals and a slightly rustic roll. It lights easily and evenly, producing a flaky gray ash. The draw is just slightly loose and makes a full, rich smoke. Right away, there are pungent flavors of raw earth and leather, but a surprisingly mellow aroma that reveals some sea salt and black pepper on the retrohale.

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After a purge at the midpoint, the draw loosens noticeably and a brief note of vanilla bean emerges. That quickly recedes, and the remainder of the smoke is toasted tobacco and leather/earth. A couple years of age greatly improves these over recent examples. Pairing with Sachang Lapsong with lemon also helps, as the acidity cuts some of the alkaline harshness. 
Second sample is significantly better, with a sweet, round, leather profile and a mild pepper aroma. 

Score: 91

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