I received this Don Pepin Garcia gem from my oldest son Ryan-as a Father's Day gift from about two years ago. It came from Sosas at Downtown Disney and I'd been saving it for a special occasion. Today was the warmest and nicest day in over a month-and I knew that this was it!
The Blue label, by 601, is a Nicaraguan puro. It has a maduro wrapper and a colorful red, blue, and gold band. The one I had was slighly boxed pressed but not quite squared off.
Quick review: At Wright Park when I smoked this, I lost track of time and space. I remember a full flavor and body and a consistent "tart and peppery flavor". The stogie burned perfectly and produced solid grey ash. Plumage was impressive, even outside. I've smoked a half dozen 601 Blues and this stogie has never disappointed. For around $8 a stick (by the box), this is a fantastic stick, and probably my favorite Don Pepin Garcia made maduro. RTR Rating: 4 of 4.
Here I am enjoying the second half of this guy.
And here's a picture of my sweet and long-suffering wife!
Bonus picture 1: Anne-Marie helping Grandpa with sheep feeding this weekend.
Bonus Pic 2: The Shepherd himself.
