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gui_tarzan · 08-01-2014, 02:56 PM

A.J Fernandez – Pinolero Toro

One of the best blenders of today is, in my opinion, A.J. Fernandez. Known for his San Lotano, Man ‘O War, Diesel and many others, A.J. recently released the “Pinolero” at a decent price point.

The Pinolero is constructed in his Esteli, Nicaragua plant and has a proprietary aged Nicaraguan long-filler core bound together with more Nicaraguan goodness and wrapped with a beautiful sun-grown Nicaraguan leaf. Blended for the experienced smoker, this cigar is medium-full flavored with a very balanced finish.

The initial aroma is earthy and woody. Upon the first light the draw is perfect and fills the senses with toasted nutty aromas and subtle spices. I prefer something that tickles my nose from start to finish and this does not disappoint. A generous amount of slightly peppery smoke envelopes the palate and a gentle exhale through the nose almost puts one in heaven.

The burn is straight and true, the construction is just short of perfect. If you’re like me, you like a lot of smoke and once again you will not be let down by this beauty. While not a complex mix of flavors, the result is a very satisfying, enjoyable cigar that provides a hint of leather as it burns down.

This delicious bundle of joy will take a very deserving place in anyone’s humidor and for the umpteenth time, A.J. scored big in my mind.

gumby · 08-01-2014, 03:02 PM

Nice review!

spiridon · 08-01-2014, 04:30 PM

Great review! I tried one of these out of a sampler several months ago, and had the same experience as you. I gotta get me some more of these!

tchapchap · 08-01-2014, 04:52 PM

Great review Jim, thanks!

AJF is definitely on top of his game.

08-01-2014, 02:56 PM	#1
gui_tarzan Herf God Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: The 26th state Posts: 28,796	Pinolero by A.J. Fernandez A.J Fernandez – Pinolero Toro One of the best blenders of today is, in my opinion, A.J. Fernandez. Known for his San Lotano, Man ‘O War, Diesel and many others, A.J. recently released the “Pinolero” at a decent price point. The Pinolero is constructed in his Esteli, Nicaragua plant and has a proprietary aged Nicaraguan long-filler core bound together with more Nicaraguan goodness and wrapped with a beautiful sun-grown Nicaraguan leaf. Blended for the experienced smoker, this cigar is medium-full flavored with a very balanced finish. The initial aroma is earthy and woody. Upon the first light the draw is perfect and fills the senses with toasted nutty aromas and subtle spices. I prefer something that tickles my nose from start to finish and this does not disappoint. A generous amount of slightly peppery smoke envelopes the palate and a gentle exhale through the nose almost puts one in heaven. The burn is straight and true, the construction is just short of perfect. If you’re like me, you like a lot of smoke and once again you will not be let down by this beauty. While not a complex mix of flavors, the result is a very satisfying, enjoyable cigar that provides a hint of leather as it burns down. This delicious bundle of joy will take a very deserving place in anyone’s humidor and for the umpteenth time, A.J. scored big in my mind. __________________ Jim...<>< The four most dangerous words in the US government: "and for other purposes" I am an AJ Fernandez ho...

08-01-2014, 03:02 PM	#2
gumby Contributing Editor MOM November 2012 Emeritus Honorary MOM November 2021 Herf God Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Republic of Texas Posts: 47,284	Nice review! __________________ I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them. Thomas Jefferson

08-01-2014, 04:30 PM	#3
spiridon Herf God Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Daphne, Al. USA Posts: 10,874	Great review! I tried one of these out of a sampler several months ago, and had the same experience as you. I gotta get me some more of these! __________________ When you're ready to get in shape, click Here!!

08-01-2014, 04:52 PM	#4
tchapchap Contributing Editor Club Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Right here Posts: 4,283	Great review Jim, thanks! AJF is definitely on top of his game. __________________ My Albums (___\|CW\|_______))))~~~~ *(unauthorized use of signature prohibited )*

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