Partagas Black Label Clasico
Origin: Dominican Republic
Size: 5.25 X 54
Wrapper: Medio Tiempo

From Serious Cigars:
Partagas Black Label cigars were created by Daniel Nunez for smokers who enjoy a rich full-bodied cigar with a larger ring gauge. Like all Partagas cigars, they share a distinguished tradition of uncompromising quality and craftsmanship.

In the past decade, Nunez has perfected the Medio Tiempo wrapper and the La Vega Especial binder. Both innovations contribute to the distinct and rewarding flavor of Partagas Black Label cigars.

Since its Cuban seed leaves remain in the fertile fields of the Connecticut River Valley 50% longer than most harvested leaves, the Medio Tiempo ("half time") wrapper is richer, heavier, and darker, boasting a flavorful, woody taste. The Dominican sun-grown La Vega Especial binder, blended with Nicaraguan Ligero and Piloto Cubano Ligero filler leaves, enhances the cigar's big bold taste.

Reviewed by: Jim Brothers
Date:October 2003
Notes:

Excellent construction, good aroma, even burn with nice ash. Woody/earthy taste with a slight nutty undertone. Very nice smoke, starts nice and finishes strong. Full flavored.

Reviewed by: MrChef
Date: March 2002
Notes:

This is one killer smoke! It's strong from the tip of the foot until the very end of the cap, and that's how far down I smoked this baby. This cigar just flat out kicks ass. The guy that comes around my corporate offices on Fridays to wash and detail cars gave it to me. He's this really cool older black guy. I was talking to him about getting my truck detailed and he says "Do you like cigars?" Of course I go off on the whole web site, Village Idiot thing, and he says, "Here try this, you might like it" And he hands me the Partagas. I nearly had another heart attack! I'm telling ya if you like a cigar that's full of character and flavor then you've gotta try one of these.