The first one I smoked, for some reason, was quite bitter right from the first puff. The second, however, smoked quite smoothly, so I hope the rest will be similar in quality. I would not compare them to the Arturo Fuente work of art Cigars that I have tried.

Great taste and even burn.

Got this in the sampler. Took one puff and nearly blew my throat out. I've been smoking for 25 years. This rates as one of the worst I've ever lit. Granted the last smoke I lit was a Cuban Punch that had been in my box for 10 years. I wasn't goona compare them . But I've had quite a few different Patel's I'm scared of what the rest of the sampler is gonna be like. I purposely an not reviewing the sampler because this is only the first. Looks great, feels great. And then I lit it. I tried puffing away for about 5 minutes and it never changed. Bitter, harsh . No taste of anything that I could detect.

Well constructed, rich, flavorful smoke.

Great cigar, would recommend it to anyone who likes a cigar that has a great taste, smooth and woody with a little pepper at the end. I enjoy this cigar in the afternoon or with a good cup of coffee in the evening. " Relax and enjoy a cigar" this is one that you can.