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Illusione Epernay Le Grande
"Uneven burner"
Maybe I got a bad one but this one burned terribly unevenly, so much so that it looked like half the cigar was smoked and half was not. Overall the cigar was medium strength but the uneven burning made for an less than enjoyable smoking experience.
Stevein TN
August 26, 2019
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Illusione Epernay Le Elegance
"Finicky"
Kept these at 72% RH for a few weeks and now the draw is rather tight and the wrapper is unraveling at the head. Outstanding tobacco, if you can manage to figure out the proper storing conditions.
Stefan in City by the Bay
February 23, 2014
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Illusione Epernay Le Elegance
"Anyone else looking for a full-bodied Connecticut?"
I ve been looking long and hard for a full-bodied Connecticut, and I think I ve finally found something close to it.
This stogie showed strong vanilla aromatics upon lightning, with understated vanilla oak on the palate, and some bitternes on the midpalate akin to a wet Connecticut. Toward the end of the first third the strength kicked up a notch becoming medium-to-full, the bitternes vanished and cedar came out strongly on the retrohale; it then turned into a full stick past the midpoint. Showed long vanilla wood on the aftertaste. Nicotine level was medium+ overall.
Burned cool to the nub, for about 50 minutes, and went out when left unattended for more than a minute.
Paired nicely with a saison-sour microbrew; I can see how it would also go well with a wheat bear or with Champagne.
I ll dry box my next stogie overnight -- it looks like it can handle it.
A little pricey, but hey, it s still cheaper than a Davidoff!
93 points
Stefan in City by the Bay
February 7, 2014
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Illusione Epernay Le Grande
"Cigar smoker."
Not sure why the low ratings on this one. They're delicious. A bit sweeter than their normal line. Flawless construction. Razor sharp burn. Pretty strong nicotine wise. Full strength and full flavor. I would definitely recommend them.
Dave R. in NJ
January 8, 2014
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Illusione Epernay Le Ferme
"As good as a Cuban"
Perfect cigar for me, as I m a Robusto smoker. Tried the Longsdale, but found it too long a smoke. Great construction, easy draw, nice flavor. Reminded me of a good Cuban robusto. Try it.
Jim Baxter in Santa Clara CA
November 25, 2013
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Illusione Epernay Le Monde
"yes"
One of my best finds in a long time. This cigar is truly a mild but full flavor stick. It has notes of coffee, chocolate, and honey. It is lightly spiced but just enough. I really can't say enough good things about it but to say it is a must buy.
Bobby Jay in DFW Texas
July 29, 2013
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Illusione Epernay Le Elegance
"Balanced and very smooth."
This cigar was recommended to me and it was a great smoke. Very smooth, not too spicy or harsh. Just a smooth, tastie pleasure.
Larry in Scottsdale, AZ
November 15, 2012
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