Paul garmirian

Whipper Snapper · 03-03-2009, 10:04 PM

Alright, here is a brand that doesn't get talked about. (at least I never hear them being talked about).

When I say that this is probably my favorite nc brand, I'm as serious as a heart attack. The P.G. 15th anni is not only my favorite nc cigar, but probably one of my favorite cigars period. They are a little pricey, but i believe spending 10-12 on these sticks is easily justifiable because every one that I have had has been really good.

The 15th itself builds in richness as it is smoked. Picks up a bit of spice as you go.

I'm just giving this brand a little bit of love because well, i love em!

Sauer Grapes · 03-03-2009, 10:09 PM

I may have to revisit these. I wasn't impressed at all with the one I had, and gave the other away in a PIF or MAW. PG's actual store is only like 10 miles away from me, so we'll see if I make it over there. They are another one of many stores that try and pass off mold as "plume". I have to think they know the difference and are just lying, seeing as how PG himself has a PhD and has written a book about cigars. His son should know as well, so I can only assume he was lying to my face. Funny think was, they had a few vintage cigars in their shop that were over 20 years old that were actually plumed.

Whipper Snapper · 03-03-2009, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Sauer Grapes

I may have to revisit these. I wasn't impressed at all with the one I had, and gave the other away in a PIF or MAW. PG's actual store is only like 10 miles away from me, so we'll see if I make it over there. They are another one of many stores that try and pass off mold as "plume". I have to think they know the difference and are just lying, seeing as how PG himself has a PhD and has written a book about cigars. His son should know as well, so I can only assume he was lying to my face. Funny think was, they had a few vintage cigars in their shop that were over 20 years old that were actually plumed.

Sorry to hear about that. I mainly visit the 15th anniversary. (their other lines have been hard to come by).

I do hope your experience is better next time around though.

SeanGAR · 03-03-2009, 10:14 PM

Had a couple, thought they were good cigars but not worth the price.

Sauer Grapes · 03-03-2009, 10:14 PM

I may have to try the 15th anny, as I think I smoked the regular line.

Sorry for the rant on plume vs. mold. One of my pet peeves.

Whipper Snapper · 03-03-2009, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Sauer Grapes

I may have to try the 15th anny, as I think I smoked the regular line.

Sorry for the rant on plume vs. mold. One of my pet peeves.

I hear you. I worked at a b&m and (thankfully) we never tried passing off mold as plume. We did have a few examples that had to be tossed.

I've been to a few B&M's myself that have done that very thing though.

Ratters · 03-03-2009, 10:20 PM

Here's a review I did on one awhile ago: http://www.stogiereview.com/fanforum...hp?topic=718.0

potlimit · 03-03-2009, 10:30 PM

Smoked their smaller sizes when I started in the early/mid 90's along with Chateau Fuentes and RyJ Vintage III's... just outgrew 'em.

skullnrose · 03-03-2009, 10:36 PM

I'm with you on these I enjoy them.Ratters it was nice to see that review made it's way here.

MarkinAZ · 03-03-2009, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Ratters

Here's a review I did on one awhile ago: http://www.stogiereview.com/fanforum...hp?topic=718.0

Nice review and photo's on SR Steve. I have always seen the PG in various B&M's and like others have mention, it has been the price per stick that has shielded me from the purchase. So many great low to medium end sticks available you know?

hotreds · 03-04-2010, 05:28 PM

Was just at their store in McLean and had a nice chat with Garmirian fils. Picked up an 8 pack of Maddy Gran Coronas- they indeed are not cheap, but what the hey. His humi is fairly small and selection is mostly PGs(natch.) I'll smoke one of these at the herf manana and let you know what I think. I shore am glad he didn't pass off mold as plume to me, tho!

NCRadioMan · 03-04-2010, 05:32 PM

The 15th Anny lancero is a darn good smoke. The reason you don't hear much about them is because they do no, nadda, zero advertising. They believe the cigar should sell itself and by word of mouth. It must work because they have been making good cigars for quite a few years now.

Mr. Ed · 03-05-2010, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

The 15th Anny lancero is a darn good smoke. The reason you don't hear much about them is because they do no, nadda, zero advertising. They believe the cigar should sell itself and by word of mouth. It must work because they have been making good cigars for quite a few years now.

I always figured PG was the rolex of cigars.

03-05-2010, 01:26 PM

These truly are a wonderful cigar. These are in my top 5 favorite current production cigars (not surprisingly) because they're made by Kenke Kelner; maker of Davidoff.

I think the 15th Anniversary Belicoso was probably one of the best cigars I had in 2009. I was recently gifted a 20th Anniversary by Papajohn and was very surprised at how full-bodied yet incredibly well-balanced it was. I just wish I saw these in B&M's with more frequency...

kelmac07 · 03-04-2010, 06:32 PM

They make a very tasty maduro stick that I enjoy very much...wallet...not so much!!!

jechelman · 03-04-2010, 06:46 PM

Haven't had that many PGs but think the 15th Anni series Corona, Connoisseur and especially the Belicoso Extra are wonderful cigars. The Beli Extra is probably in my top 5 NC.s. Also enjoyed the Soiree Robusto.

03-05-2010, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by kelmac07

They make a very tasty maduro stick that I enjoy very much...wallet...not so much!!!

Had a maduro Gormet Series Robusto about a week ago & thought is was great.

Think I paid 8 or 9 bucks for it... I can handle that.

kelmac07 · 03-05-2010, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by fuente~fuente

Had a maduro Gormet Series Robusto about a week ago & thought is was great.

Think I paid 8 or 9 bucks for it... I can handle that.

The one I had was like $13...great stick!!! But OUCH!!!!

03-05-2010, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by kelmac07

The one I had was like $13...great stick!!! But OUCH!!!!

I stand corrected... I stopped earlier today at the shop I bought it from, & I actually paid $10.50 for it. So yeah... That's a little bit more of an owey than I originally thought.

Still great like you said, but I'd probably smoke more of them if they were 2-3 bucks less.

RevSmoke · 03-04-2010, 08:56 PM

P.G. Bombones & #5s are excellent smokes, my favorites of the regular line. Others are excellent as well, but as others said, they are a bit pricey. They are good though.

03-03-2009, 10:04 PM	#1
Whipper Snapper 95% Banter 5% MMM Habanos Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Blake Location: Shawnee Posts: 1,037 Trading: (0)	Paul garmirian Alright, here is a brand that doesn't get talked about. (at least I never hear them being talked about). When I say that this is probably my favorite nc brand, I'm as serious as a heart attack. The P.G. 15th anni is not only my favorite nc cigar, but probably one of my favorite cigars period. They are a little pricey, but i believe spending 10-12 on these sticks is easily justifiable because every one that I have had has been really good. The 15th itself builds in richness as it is smoked. Picks up a bit of spice as you go. I'm just giving this brand a little bit of love because well, i love em! __________________ "I don't feel that smoking makes me ashamed, and therefore I mean to smoke to the glory of God." -Charles Spurgeon.

03-03-2009, 10:09 PM	#2
Sauer Grapes Snatchin' yo people up Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,235 Trading: (44)	Re: Paul garmirian I may have to revisit these. I wasn't impressed at all with the one I had, and gave the other away in a PIF or MAW. PG's actual store is only like 10 miles away from me, so we'll see if I make it over there. They are another one of many stores that try and pass off mold as "plume". I have to think they know the difference and are just lying, seeing as how PG himself has a PhD and has written a book about cigars. His son should know as well, so I can only assume he was lying to my face. Funny think was, they had a few vintage cigars in their shop that were over 20 years old that were actually plumed.

03-03-2009, 10:14 PM	#4
SeanGAR Crotchety Geezer Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Radford VA Posts: 911 Trading: (3)	Re: Paul garmirian Had a couple, thought they were good cigars but not worth the price. __________________ How can you have any pudding if you don't eat your meat?

03-03-2009, 10:20 PM	#7
Ratters Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,848 Trading: (2)	Re: Paul garmirian Here's a review I did on one awhile ago: http://www.stogiereview.com/fanforum...hp?topic=718.0

03-03-2009, 10:30 PM	#8
potlimit Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: LA/NY Posts: 131 Trading: (7)	Re: Paul garmirian Smoked their smaller sizes when I started in the early/mid 90's along with Chateau Fuentes and RyJ Vintage III's... just outgrew 'em.

03-03-2009, 10:14 PM	#5
Sauer Grapes Snatchin' yo people up Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,235 Trading: (44)	Re: Paul garmirian I may have to try the 15th anny, as I think I smoked the regular line. Sorry for the rant on plume vs. mold. One of my pet peeves.

03-03-2009, 10:36 PM	#9
skullnrose Ashes,ashes,all fall down Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Scott Posts: 799 Trading: (16)	Re: Paul garmirian I'm with you on these I enjoy them.Ratters it was nice to see that review made it's way here.

03-04-2010, 05:28 PM	#11
hotreds Ephesians 2:8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5 miles past "Resume Speed" Posts: 11,665 Trading: (63)	Re: Paul garmirian Was just at their store in McLean and had a nice chat with Garmirian fils. Picked up an 8 pack of Maddy Gran Coronas- they indeed are not cheap, but what the hey. His humi is fairly small and selection is mostly PGs(natch.) I'll smoke one of these at the herf manana and let you know what I think. I shore am glad he didn't pass off mold as plume to me, tho! __________________ God loves you so much, that he made you read this, just to let you know.

03-04-2010, 05:32 PM	#12
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,277 Trading: (66)	Re: Paul garmirian The 15th Anny lancero is a darn good smoke. The reason you don't hear much about them is because they do no, nadda, zero advertising. They believe the cigar should sell itself and by word of mouth. It must work because they have been making good cigars for quite a few years now. __________________ The path to loyalty is trust.

03-05-2010, 01:26 PM	#14
BillyCigars Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Paul garmirian These truly are a wonderful cigar. These are in my top 5 favorite current production cigars (not surprisingly) because they're made by Kenke Kelner; maker of Davidoff. I think the 15th Anniversary Belicoso was probably one of the best cigars I had in 2009. I was recently gifted a 20th Anniversary by Papajohn and was very surprised at how full-bodied yet incredibly well-balanced it was. I just wish I saw these in B&M's with more frequency...

03-04-2010, 06:32 PM	#15
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: Paul garmirian They make a very tasty maduro stick that I enjoy very much...wallet...not so much!!! __________________ Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"

03-04-2010, 06:46 PM	#16
jechelman Smokin' Longhorn Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Frank Location: kickin' back at the lake Posts: 102 Trading: (5)	Re: Paul garmirian Haven't had that many PGs but think the 15th Anni series Corona, Connoisseur and especially the Belicoso Extra are wonderful cigars. The Beli Extra is probably in my top 5 NC.s. Also enjoyed the Soiree Robusto.

03-04-2010, 08:56 PM	#20
RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,861 Trading: (51)	Re: Paul garmirian P.G. Bombones & #5s are excellent smokes, my favorites of the regular line. Others are excellent as well, but as others said, they are a bit pricey. They are good though. __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

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