"Very Impressive...CAO always impresses"

I have been a long time fan of CAO, frankly CAO is my favorite smoke, from the ultra smooth and always well constructed Gold line, to the powerful and complex Brazilia line, they have never let me down, always offering me the perfect smoke for whatever mood or occasion. I am thrilled at the introduction of the new Italia line, it has quick become a staple in my humidor and one of my top 3 smokes. It has a taste like no other, bringing me back to the stories of the old time Italian cigars my Dad and his Dad used to smoke. I can "taste" the stories, and truly enjoy the Gondolas smoking them until my knuckles burn. Another A+ for CAO.

"Smooth......."

I was not fan of the CAO line (tried Brazilia and Gold), but these I definitely find appealing. Very easy draw, smooth taste, and a lingering finish. Great color to the cigar. Some trouble with the wrapper as it nears the end on last two I had, but still fine.

"Well Made Nicaraguan Smoke"

This is a very well made and nice looking cigar, but I just can't get past the odd, earthy aftertase that comes along with Nicaraguan cigars. If you like full bodied Nicaraguans, you'll probably like this.

"Great!"

Great burn, wrapper darker than the skin. Easy drawin' stays lit, doesn't blister. Kind of spicy, very smooth and aromatic smoke. Delicious, better than the Brazilia. Definitely a keeper and will buy a box again!

"Nothing Special"

Very strong. Good burn and draw - not much flavor.

"Another good smoke by CAO."

Very nice shape and construction on this figurado. Nice, dark, oily wrapper. Decent draw and burn. VERY spicy complex tastes but not unpleasant. Definitely a full to strong flavored cigar. I will certainly buy more of these!

"Great flavor, terrible burn"

I was extremely excited to try this cigar. Sadly consistent burn issues make this on my never again list. Great flavor coming out of this one, However every one had serious burn issues. Uneven burn, constant touch ups, and it wouldn t stay lit. Disappointed to say the least.