Had a great Birthday today. My wife got me an Oasis XL Plus for my winecoolerdor and I finished off the day in style. Smoked a 2005 RASS and paired it with a glass of Remy Martin VSOP. I am amazed how every year these cigars get better and better. With 3 years on the beautiful Robustos, their youthful edge is completely gone allowing a lot of subtle flavors to come through. It is one of the most engaging smokes I have ever had. It started off with a slight sweetness and a very unique twang that I can’t put words to but was just great. As it progressed it kept changing, it was almost hard to keep up with it. I hadn’t planned on doing a writeup on it so I wasn’t taking notes, but it was such a great experience I felt compelled to write something to help me remember the occasion. Leathery, earthy, nutty and creamy… Just amazing.
April 30, 2008 at 12:47 am |
A great cigar, and a great accompaniment. Happy birthday and here’s to many more! Cheers!
April 30, 2008 at 1:34 am |
Happy birthday
You couldn’t have chosen a better cigar to celebrate..
May 1, 2008 at 1:44 am |
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May 1, 2008 at 5:25 pm |
Happy Birthday!
Looks like you had an awesome day!
May 27, 2008 at 9:40 pm |
How is that cigar oasis working out? I am thinking about getting one, but it has mixed reviews (mostly either terrible or terrific). I am undecided.
May 27, 2008 at 10:50 pm |
It’s a bit early to pass judgment but so far so good. It has been working very well. Good airflow is important though. Had a bumpy start with it but the problem was my fault as I had the cabinet overfilled. I thinned out the contents a bit and now it has been working perfectly.