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"2nd time - this is a good smoke."
1st 5 pack - I was unimpressed; 2nd 5 pack - ... more
1st 5 pack - I was unimpressed; 2nd 5 pack - they are great! Special occasions now. less
Paul C. in MD October 20, 2009
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"Buona Fortuna"
That is what you'll have if you get your hand... more
That is what you'll have if you get your hands on this cigar. Wow, that's all I need to say.
Everyone knows the best cars, best food, best wine, best cheese, best fashion, best women, etc comes from the boot. hey, maybe their tobacco is right up there along with everything else.
ciao less
Chris in September 22, 2009
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"You'll need a paddle for all the canoeing."
These seem to have an issue with burning even... more
These seem to have an issue with burning evenly, I almost always have to correct it with the lighter, or worst case, cut it and relight it. Canoeing was the main battle trying to smoke this. The other big negative is how hard you had to pull just to get anything out of these sticks, the draw is pretty bad. As far as taste and appearance goes, fantastic. Reminds me of the N3K, I suggest looking into the N3K's instead. less
Brandon in Minnesota September 20, 2009
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"Prefer the toro"
I love this blend, but not this size. I bough... more
I love this blend, but not this size. I bought a couple of 5-packs of these last year, and they consistently are an uneven burn. I prefer the toro, in which the burn is very even and the flavors come out better. less
Ed in NorCal April 12, 2009
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"Favorite"
One of my all time favorites. Outstanding dra... more
One of my all time favorites. Outstanding draw! less
Eddie in Orlando, FL March 9, 2009
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"Nearly Perfect"
I had a few of these left in my humidor box a... more
I had a few of these left in my humidor box and was making a trip home to spend a few days with my old man. We burned them on the back porch and the weather was nice and cooperative at around a mellow 60 degrees. These sticks smelled amazing when first lit and tasted even better. I smoked my down to the nub, and then something unexpected happened; when I stood up, I had the spins. This cigar basically kicked my ass with a wallop of a nicotine buzz. My only complaint was that despite my best efforts, it went out twice on me and had to be lit again. Other than that, it was the perfect cigar. less
John in State College, PA March 9, 2009
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"Have Had Better From CAO"
CAO is my 2nd fav brand. However this Itaila ... more
CAO is my 2nd fav brand. However this Itaila might make me reconsider. The appearance is awesome, draw is OK, construction good, but the taste leaves something to be desired. This is my 3rd try at this, so there are my 2 cents. I would buy again though at a great price less
Darryl in California February 15, 2009
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"Agreed - Italians should stick to wine making"
I agree with another comment - Italians shoul... more
I agree with another comment - Italians should stick to wine making. CAO makes many excellent cigars and would have my vote as the best overall maker - this is the only one I would not recommend to friends. If you are looking for spice, shop for a good Thai restaurant. less
Mad Duro in Grand Blanc MI January 31, 2009
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"Italians make wine not cigars"
Won a 5-pack on the auction site. Nothing to ... more
Won a 5-pack on the auction site. Nothing to write home about ... bitter & bland. less
Jeff in Chapel Hill, NC December 11, 2008
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"Multo bene!"
The Brazilia was my favorite CAO until I trie... more
The Brazilia was my favorite CAO until I tried this one. Excellent smoke! less
Geoff in TN December 2, 2008
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