Made exclusively by Habanos SA for the The Pacific Cigar Company, the Por Larranaga Robustos LE 2007 will be exclusive to the Asia Pacific region for the next two years. The robusto size was undoubtedly chosen as the 2007 regional edition due to the current trend of shorter, thicker gauge cigars. Por Larranaga has never released a robusto cigar in its portfolio making this regional release unique. The Por Larranaga Robusto has a length of 124mm with a 50 ring gauge size (19.8mm diameter) and looks majestic with its gold and silver double bands. The impeccable construction and appearance will also impress with its dark and oily wrapper.

Pairing the Por Larranaga Robustos for the review is a 2006 Penfolds Thomas Hylands Cabernet Sauvignon. Unlit this cigar smells very young and ageing for twelve months will definitely release some of its potential. The Por Larranaga Robustos initially lit well, immediately offering sweet tones of rich cocoa, spice and leather. The flavours build during the second third of the cigar but unfortunately so do issues with draw and uneven burn. This cigar became hard work and it was disappointing as generally regional releases hit the mark with regard to construction. The smooth, full flavours of cocoa, spice and leather continue and intensify for the final third of this full bodied robusto. The ash, a dark grey, doesn’t cling for long which is a common occurrence with very young cigars. If we assume the draw and burn problems are not common for this regional release then this cigar certainly has its appeal.

We had read nothing but good things about this regional release but the draw and burn issues were a little hard to ignore. We may have to revisit the Por Larranaga Robustos at a later date for a second opinion as the potential of this cigar is obvious. However on this occasion we can only score the Por Larranaga Robustos a mildly disappointing 7/10.

Por Larranaga Robustos LE 2007
Ring gauge: 50 Length: 124mm, Sticks: 25 sticks / box.

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