Except for the last two quotes from the Quarterly Review of Wines and Barkley-Rex, although I might not agree completely with some of the tasters’ opinions, the following are unedited comments about DiMeola cigars from blind taste tests done at the two national cigar magazines. Note: One taster refers to the cigar as “maduro.” While the wrapper is dark, it is not a maduro. It is a fully fermented colorado-maduro, which is quite different.

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“Looks good, smells good, tastes good. I enjoyed this cigar, especially with a glass of Fonseca port.” -Smoke Magazine

“This may be one of the finest cigars I’ve had the pleasure to enjoy. I wouldn’t share with just anyone.” -Smoke Magazine

“This smoke was great in all aspects. It’s dark and nasty-looking outside, but smooth and flavorful inside.” -Smoke Magazine

“Bold enough to stand up to a Bordeaux, light enough for a pilsner; I can’t wait to find out what this is! -Smoke Magazine

“I really enjoyed this cigar. Novices, beware: if you’re not expecting it, this one will kick your butt. -Smoke Magazine

“A little tame for my palette, but a very good cigar. It matched up well with both wine and beer.” -Smoke Magazine

“Warning! Smoking one of these cigars could be addictive – you’ll want another as soon as you’re done!” -Smoke Magazine

“An excellent smoke. Get your cutter on one of these as soon as possible, and have an adult beverage with it!” -Smoke Magazine

“Just like the daily paper, consistent and reliable, but not necessarily any new news. I might keep a stash.” -Smoke Magazine

“Not being a maduro fan, this didn’t appeal to me, but I could possibly recommend it to others who are.” -Smoke Magazine

“This was a good smoke that should be versatile enough to appeal to a wide variety of smokers.” -Smoke Magazine

“A dark, slim and veiny cigar. It burns well. The smoke is woody and slightly sweet, with a coconut flavor. Medium bodied” -Cigar Aficionado

“Slim and interesting in appearance, this cigar has a very toothy wrapper. The draw is firm. The meldium-bodied smoke has hints of blackstrap molasses, licorice and charcoal.” -Cigar Aficionado

“This cigar is silky, with some veins. It has a cedary, tangy flavor that grows richer and woodier as it’s smoked. Medium bodied.” -Cigar Aficionado

“Oily, bumpy and veiny, this cigar has a fine draw. It’s woody and earthy, with notes of anise.” -Cigar Aficionado

‘“This originally shaped figurado has some odd flavors. While there are pleasant notes of orange peel and sweet berries, there are also some chemical, musky notes.” -Cigar Aficionado

“The best new cigar of the year!” -Quarterly Review of Wines

“I have customers who won’t smoke anything else.” -Barkley-Rex Tobacconist, New York