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| i have bought on two occasions over the past few months from the don gabriel people and i have been very pleased and impressed with the transaction process, the speediness of the delivery, the perfect condition the cigars were in when i received them and, of course, the smoking itself. I have bought boxes of both Romeo Y Julieta No.1's and No.3's as I like to vary it a bit. I also purchased a MOntecristo No.4.
I have dealt with other online cigar merchants and although they were satisfactory, I feel it is the small details and touches which sets the don gabriel operation apart. All in all, a pleasurable experience and i expect to continue buying from them. gareth - G. Hargadon |
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| Ma seconde commande chez Don Gabriel. Toujours satisfait. Les Don Gabriel Don Robustos sont aussi bons que les Partages Série D 4 ! Et biens moins chers. Merci beaucoup - Fabien From France | ||
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| Don Gabriel Robusto:
First off let me say that I was absolutely impressed with the quick shipping (took 7 days to Southeast USA) and the packaging was beautiful (looked giftwrapped). I ordered a sampling of all of the Don Gabriel Line. This cigar was wonderful. The wrapper was gorgeous and the flavor was stunning. I felt this cigar was full bodied and truly a delight to smoke. I will be purchasing more of these. Thank you very much for the great cigars and the outstanding quality of service. -Ben - Ben |
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| I received 2 Robustos free when I orderred a box of Partagas Lusitanias. I like double coronas or churchills. The cigars were extremely well made, had a nice dark, oily wrapper and a nice ring size. I lit up and was amazed!! The mouth feel and flavor were great. I have had all of the top rated Cubans, Dominicans,Nicaraguans ,etc.. and this cigar was as good as the Romeo and Julietta Churchill (Cuban) that I had 10 years ago, when Cubans actually tasted better than they do now. My current order is 2 boxes of Gabriel Esplendidos. If they are anywhere near what the Robustos were this is my new cigar, especially at a little over $5.00 a cigar!. Thank you Don Gabriel. Mark. - Mark Shreeves | ||
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| After a few weeks in the humidor I found these Don Gabriel Robusto a fantastic cigar, well made and a wonderful sweet flavour.
C. Panzetti - Carlo Panzetti |
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| i am a long time smoker and don g robustus are really good value and a really good smoke - aldo john bergonzi | ||
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| Don Gabriel Robusto
Wrapper/Construction - Nice looking medium tan wrappers, thin veins, firm feel. Draw was perfect, burned even. 10/10 Flavor - 1st third was uneventful, mild, but had a refreshing tobacco flavor. Not bitter, nor harsh. 2nd third it picked up steam, and smooth balanced tobacco flavors began to shine. It reminded me of the flavor profile of RyJ Ex4 cab cigars. The 2nd 2/3rds is all good, nice balanced flavors, sweet spice side of flavor profile. 7/10 Final thoughts - this cigar will only appeal to those who love mild to medium habanos. It lacks strength those who love strong cigars enjoy. This cigar character is its refreshing sweet spicy flavors, a real pleasant cigar to enjoy in the morning. Is it a great habano? It is not great but a decent Habano for the price. 7/10 score - 24/30 A good value cigar, so I recommend them. - SLR - USA |
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| Don Gabriel Reviews:
Received the three-pack on April 4th Smoked the Belicosos on the evening of April 10th Smooth medium brown wrapper Somewhat jagged cut foot Well-rolled Good draw Wrapper sweet on the lips Pine slightly peppery flavor Last 1/3 became earthy in flavor Medium-bodied Mild to medium in strength Solid white-gray ash Lasted about an hour and a half (I am a slow smoker) Smoked the Robusto on the evening of April 15th Smooth wrapper, good construction Perfect draw Light citrus, tangy flavor with hints of wood Mild to medium in strength Second ½ became earthy, fuller in flavor, and more interesting Medium gray ash Lasted over an hour and a half (I’m a really slow smoker) I found both cigars to be very well made with no burn problem, no construction problems, and solid ashes. I also found them to be pretty mild strength-wise. But they were also enjoyable cigars. Also, I must say that I do not feel I describe various flavors, etc. very well, I just know what I like. I plan on aging the Super Belicosos for awhile before I smoke it. My thanks again to Don Gabriel. - Scotty - USA |
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| This was the first of the sticks I tried from the booty package we got from our friends at Don Gabriel Cigars. The Robusto might be short (4.72) but it's a solid 50-ring stick with a dark and toothy Maduro wrapper. Manufactured at Don Gabriel Factory in the Canary Islands, it's beautifully built exclusively of Cuban long-leaf tobacco. The presentation on this cigar is perfect. It's oily to the touch, sweet to the nose, and like a Montecristo, it simply feels massive in the hand.
Take your time lighting this beast. A 50-ring cigar is a BIG cigar. Toast the foot carefully, and enjoy the subtle aromas of chocolate and caramel it exudes. Then draw on it lightly while twirling it in the flame. Make sure it's lit all the way across. The first taste on the tongue is a complex blend of cedar and spice, with that sweet undertone of sugarcane so common to fine Cubanos. No question at all, this cigar doesn't tease. It's full-bodied from the first taste. The draw is smooth and easy, and the burn is even, but I did notice a tendency for the filler and binder to burn just a little ahead of the wrapper. You can see it in the picture if you look closely. It produces a rock-hard, medium grey ash that defies attempts to remove from the stick. You don't have to worry about straying away from the ashtray. But don't be afraid of the ashtray, either. Take your time with this puro. It might be short, but it's a solid 90-minute smoke. It tends to get bitter if you push it. Lay it down and let it rest occasionally, it doesn't mind. At the midpoint, it's a solid, full-bodied smoke, redolent with hints of cocoa, spice and cedar. This is NOT a smoke for a beginning aficionado, let me warn you right now. It's a powerful example of the finest product Cuban growers can turn out. By the finish well, it's simply a good thing this sample came unbanded, it saved me the trouble of removing a band. Go ahead and shave your knuckles, you won't have any hair left on them anyway by the time you get all you want out of this smoke. It's a rich, complex and powerful finish, absolutely full of the flavor you'd expect from a stick produced in Havana. At under $5 USD per copy, a tremendous point in their favor, I can tell you right now, I'm going to stuff a humidor full of these bad boys, and shock my partner J by handing out another '1' on the Cigar Intel Rating System. This stick ROCKS! Thanks again to Don Gabriel Cigars for providing this cigar for review. - Aficionados |
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| This was the first of the sticks I tried from the booty package we got from our friends at Don Gabriel Cigars. The Robusto might be short (4.72) but it's a solid 50-ring stick with a dark and toothy Maduro wrapper. Manufactured at Don Gabriel Factory in the Canary Islands, it's beautifully built exclusively of Cuban long-leaf tobacco. The presentation on this cigar is perfect. It's oily to the touch, sweet to the nose, and like a Montecristo, it simply feels massive in the hand.
Take your time lighting this beast. A 50-ring cigar is a BIG cigar. Toast the foot carefully, and enjoy the subtle aromas of chocolate and caramel it exudes. Then draw on it lightly while twirling it in the flame. Make sure it's lit all the way across. The first taste on the tongue is a complex blend of cedar and spice, with that sweet undertone of sugarcane so common to fine Cubanos. No question at all, this cigar doesn't tease. It's full-bodied from the first taste. The draw is smooth and easy, and the burn is even, but I did notice a tendency for the filler and binder to burn just a little ahead of the wrapper. You can see it in the picture if you look closely. It produces a rock-hard, medium grey ash that defies attempts to remove from the stick. You don't have to worry about straying away from the ashtray. But don't be afraid of the ashtray, either. Take your time with this puro. It might be short, but it's a solid 90-minute smoke. It tends to get bitter if you push it. Lay it down and let it rest occasionally, it doesn't mind. At the midpoint, it's a solid, full-bodied smoke, redolent with hints of cocoa, spice and cedar. This is NOT a smoke for a beginning aficionado, let me warn you right now. It's a powerful example of the finest product Cuban growers can turn out. By the finish well, it's simply a good thing this sample came unbanded, it saved me the trouble of removing a band. Go ahead and shave your knuckles, you won't have any hair left on them anyway by the time you get all you want out of this smoke. It's a rich, complex and powerful finish, absolutely full of the flavor you'd expect from a stick produced in Havana. At under $5 USD per copy, a tremendous point in their favor, I can tell you right now, I'm going to stuff a humidor full of these bad boys, and shock my partner J by handing out another '1' on the Cigar Intel Rating System. This stick ROCKS! Thanks again to Don Gabriel Cigars for providing this cigar for review. - Aficionados |
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| When I arrived home today I was glad to see that my Don Gabriel sampler pack had arrived. Inside were three formats: Robusto, Belicoso, and Super Belicoso. Tonight I decided that the Robusto would be the subject of my "off the truck" review.
I sat down out back with a large cup of ice water and enjoyed the cool breeze for a moment as I started, and as prepared myself with a little bit of healthy skepticism and expectations for this brand new 100% Cuban tobacco cigar, I began this review. The construction of this cigar is flawless. This 4.75 x 50 ring cigar has a smooth, oily, dark wrapper with few veins. The triple-capped head was expertly done. Cuba should take note here...this is the way you roll a premium cigar. I clipped the cigar and tested the pre-light draw...perfect. I put flame to the foot of the robusto and toasted it , then proceeded to light the cigar. The very first impression was that it was a bit grassy, but after the first few puffs the sweetness of this robusto was prominent. I did not detect any peppery or spiciness, which only added to the enjoyment (I like peppery cigars, but that would have ruined the sweetness of this cigar). The cigar burned near razor-straight, and the flaky gray ash was tight, holding on for about 2.5 inches before dropping to the ground. The plentiful smoke coated my mouth with a sweet, carmely taste that lasted all the way through toward the end of the second third. Towards the end of the second third, the "in your face", full-bodied nature of this cigar took over. A strong tobacco flavor accompanied the volumes of smoke but was not overpowering. Only when I drew some of the smoke through my nose was it evident that I was smoking a cigar that reminded me of an RyJ Cazadore, without the "oomph". In the final third, the cigar maintained it's strength but never got harsh. I smoked this robusto all the down to the nub. Impressions... This is a full-bodied, in-your-face cigar, and not one I would recommend for the novice. Don Gabriel Cigars describe their line perfectly, and the cigar, even in it's "off the truck" condition, did not disappoint. I nubbed this cigar, which is more than I can say I have done with some regular-production Cubans lately. I have no doubt that with a few weeks in the humidor that this will be a thoroughly pleasant cigar, and could very well be my go-to everyday smoke. Suggestion to Don Gabriel Cigars...make this cigar in a medium bodied blend...one that more smokers will enjoy, but for me, I like it. - Belicoso_Fino - Cigar Sindicate |
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| Recieved my order today 3/28/06,one box of Don Gabriel belicosos(full)and one box of super belicosos(full).They look fantastic.Can't wait to smoke this batch.I've bought and smoked these Don Gabriel full flavor cigars in robusto size and I must say that they are the best bang for the buck with regard to cubans. - Dan - TX - USA | ||
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| This was my first on line experience of buying cigars.
I didn't have to register and the whole process was very simple and straight forward. The robusto's arrived within one week and were beautifully gift wrapped, and the wooden box itself is lovely. Also came with another gift wrapped cigar and some sweets, what a nice idea. Good smoke and a nice painless transaction, thanks again. - Adrian HUNT |
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| Pesoalmente acho os charutos Don Gabriel ROBUSTO, com um aroma entre o médio/forte , muito saborosos. Aconselho os fumadores que apreciem um bom charuto a provarem.
J. Ferreira - J. Ferreira |
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| Senor Matos
These Don Gabriel "Full" cigars are just about the finest I have smoked, and I have smoked all the Cubans. I am in Orlando, Florida, and am wondering if there is anyway that I can be the representative for Don Gabriel Cigars here in Florida? Please advise as to any business arrangements that we might be able to make at wholesale level? Thank you again for the very fine cigars, - M.B. - Orlando, Florida, USA |
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