Sleepers

[jhedrick83]

So, seeing Don's MB III thread got me thinking, we don't have a thread about sleeper cigars. The MB III is one, I also find the Saint Luis Rey Maduro rothchild with 2+ years to be a pretty damn good cigar. Fresh, it's meh. Aroma De Cuba Mi Amors are really good to start, I had a couple 4 year old ones last year and they blew me away. I bought a box to store that night. What are some of your favorite sleepers?

[Tman]

That's a tough one. I know most cigars get the attention it deserves. It's also a tough subject since some cigars have changed profile over the years. I used to love the Padilla 1932 until they discontinued it. It really hasn't been the same smoke since they discontinued it. I still have boxes of them from 4 years ago and they still stand the test of time.

Some cigars I've personally liked over the years and recently haven't been mentioned recently are: Camacho Diploma, E.P. Carrillo Club 52, Los Blancos Nine, Illusione cg:4, Diamond Crown Maximus #4, La Aurora Preferidos No.2 Maduro, Carlos Torano Exodus, Joya de Nicaragua Antano. I wouldn't be afraid to pick any of them up from my humidor when I want a solid cigar.

[BKDW]

That's a tough one. I know most cigars get the attention it deserves. It's also a tough subject since some cigars have changed profile over the years. I used to love the Padilla 1932 until they discontinued it. It really hasn't been the same smoke since they discontinued it. I still have boxes of them from 4 years ago and they still stand the test of time.

Pretty much all of those Padillas were outstanding with the exception of the hybrid.

Still have a box left of the Dominus (4 years old)---have this grassy herbaceous flavor to them now.
I have a couple 2010 Capa Habano sticks left--smokin' like gems.

One Perdomo Cabinet Series (had red label--don't remember the letter) were unexpectedly good after a few years.

Although they didn't take four years to mature--only one LOL, San Miguel cigars were pretty meh ROTT. Fast forward one year, they were really, really, really good. I believe they were discontinued. Had I known, I would have gotten 3-4 bundles.

Hate when that happens.

[Tman]

Pretty much all of those Padillas were outstanding with the exception of the hybrid.

Still have a box left of the Dominus (4 years old)---have this grassy herbaceous flavor to them now.
I have a couple 2010 Capa Habano sticks left--smokin' like gems.

One Perdomo Cabinet Series (had red label--don't remember the letter) were unexpectedly good after a few years.

Although they didn't take four years to mature--only one LOL, San Miguel cigars were pretty meh ROTT. Fast forward one year, they were really, really, really good. I believe they were discontinued. Had I known, I would have gotten 3-4 bundles.

Hate when that happens.

Those Dominus were soooo good! I wish I had stocked up on them too. Very similar to 1932, but it had a grassy notes like you mentioned. I think I still have a stick left. It's gonna be a sad day when it's gone!

[Tman]

Let's not forget the Gran Habano Vintage 2002 from couple years ago. They were great budget smokes after a year or so!

On the other side of the spectrum, I found the Vegas Miami to be pretty bland after a year. I'm not sure what people were raving about. They probably changed profile as well.

[jhedrick83]

I guess I meant it more as what cigars were underwhelming ROTT but after some good rest really changed your mind. It's been a long day and I may not have phrased the post the best way to start!

[TCBSmokes]

I guess I meant it more as what cigars were underwhelming ROTT but after some good rest really changed your mind. It's been a long day and I may not have phrased the post the best way to start!

OK, yeah, now I follow you. Imho, though almost every cigar can benefit from a little sleep time, I think in general, the cheaper the cigar the greater that benefit can be. So I will second @Tman 's GH Vintage 2002, but will also say I've seen Avos and The Griffin's benefit greatly from a year's rest, too.

[jhedrick83]

OK, yeah, now I follow you. Imho, though almost every cigar can benefit from a little sleep time, I think in general, the cheaper the cigar the greater that benefit can be. So I will second @Tman 's GH Vintage 2002, but will also say I've seen Avos and The Griffin's benefit greatly from a year's rest, too.

I usually use Vintage 2002 churchills as my mowing cigars. I didn't finish the bundle last year. I'll have to set a couple aside for a bit and see how they do.

[Tman]

I knew what you meant. Camacho Diploma and Carlos Torano Exodus really seems to shine after long nap time. Actually, all those cigars I mentioned got better over some resting period, hence I like.

[Branzig]

When I see the word "sleeper" I think of cheaper cigars that are a pleasant surprise after resting...

La Perla Habana Black
Nica Libre
Sancho Panza Double Maduro
EP Carillo