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God of Fire
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by Don Carlos Toro Cigar
am one to usually stay away from Super high-end cigars, they just seem to cost too much. One day while drinking with some high-net-worth friends one specific buddy stood up went to the front of the Cigar Lounge. He purchased a box of high-end cigars were named God of Fire, by Don Carlos Toro cigars. I had never heard of it but I could tell by the way they came to the table that this was going to be something special. I must say there is a difference between $12 cigars and $200 cigars. The burn of the cigar was slower. There was no tobacco sting in the cigar. The taste was extremely smooth had a nutty flavor, an earthy flavor, and almost a cinnamon caramel hint. If I were to say there was some maple in there- I don’t know if I would be challenged. What I would say is this was the best cigar that I’ve ever had and I look forward to one day trying it again All God of Fire cigars can be considered mediumbodied, and all deliver a smooth, refined character and a satisfying, full flavor. Beyond those common traits, though, no further generalizations can be made. One must sample all of the God of Fire cigars to experience the wealth of flavors this line offers.
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Le Malbec the best Cigar Pairing
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he pairing of a nice cigar and a bottle of wine is as old as the ritual of “talking to your friends”. Red wine has become a favorite of Evanston Magazine.
This Malbec from -Le Malbec has stolen my heart. The flavors brought out by the combination SWARTHY natural comb of a fine cigar and this wine should only be enjoyed by the person who has earned the opportunity. The hard working high value executive is to enjoy- a fine glass of wine and a smooth cigar. Originally from the south-west of France, the Malbec grape goes by a number of different names including Auxerrois and Côt. It is said to be the result of a cross between the Magdeleine Noire des Charentes and the Prunelard Noir. Malbec is a powerful and fruity varietal. It produces a masculine red wine with a lively, frisky character and Latin spirit. The Malbec thrives on the clay and limestone hills of the western Languedoc, terroirs that help it to obtain perfect maturity. This wine is a joint venture between Vianney Castan and JP Bourgeois. Vianney owns the Chateau St Jean d’Aumiere, neighbor of the Mas de Daumas Gassac in Gignac. This wine is created under the watchful eye and extensive knowledge of Florencia Stoppini.
