601 Blue Label Maduro
SUPERB?⭐️? Love it. Rich and delicious! The 601 Reserva Limitada Maduro, a distinguished offering from Erik Espinosa, stands as a testament to meticulous craftsmanship and a commitment to flavor. This particular example delivered a truly memorable experience, earning a personal rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars despite a surprisingly rapid burn. From the first glance, the cigar impresses with its dark, oily Nicaraguan maduro wrapper, presented in a refined box-pressed format. The toothy texture promises a rich experience, a promise undoubtedly delivered by the robust blend of aged Cuban-seed long-leaf tobaccos within. The flavor profile is a sophisticated journey. A classic foundation of earth and coffee is expertly complemented by a nuanced touch of tobacco spice along side an added delicious interplay of rich, toasted coffee and chocolate, and an enhanced roasted nuttiness. While not overwhelmingly strong, the depth of flavor is undeniable, offering a satisfying complexity. The caramel notes come and go, adding interest when getting into the second third. The 601 Reserva Limitada Maduro consistently demonstrates top-notch quality, despite a quick burn. This minor point, however, does not detract from the cigar's overall excellence snd received a 93-point rating from Cigar Aficionado, with tasting notes highlighting "dark-roasted espresso bean flavors, touches of almond, and caramel." I was just getting rid of stray singles in the humidor, kind of expecting a semi-dud since I have never heard or read anything about 601 cigars. This cigar proved to be an absolute surprise that I wish happened more often. It confidently challenges any other box-pressed maduro on the market. It is, without a doubt, a rich, delicious, and very satisfying. Its also a great value at around $11.