What is it About Davidoff?

RHNewfie · 10-17-2008, 01:59 PM

I never understood the fascination with them. Had one a long time ago, probably before I understood what a "good cigar" was but I dont remember it being that memorable.

Tell me what you like about them...

Thanks!!

10-17-2008, 02:01 PM

Perfect construction, perfect burn, perfect draw, and typically pretty durn tasty. I haven't enjoyed every Davidoff product that I've smoked as much as the one's that are really on, but I've never had one that was bad.

Worth the price point? That's a good question.

GrtndpwrflOZ · 10-17-2008, 02:05 PM

I have a box of 100th Anni Diadema Finas (10)
that I haven't smoked one yert but they have to be the best looking cigar I have ever seen. Flawless.
Thanks Bryan.....Where is Addiction anyway?

I have some PC's from 03 & 05 and the 03's are pretty damn tasty, haven't gotten to the 05's yet.

OZ

DrDubzz · 10-17-2008, 02:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GrtndpwrflOZ

I have a box of 100th Anni Diadema Finas (10)
that I haven't smoked one yert but they have to be the best looking cigar I have ever seen. Flawless.
Thanks Bryan.....Where is Addiction anyway?

I have some PC's from 03 & 05 and the 03's are pretty damn tasty, haven't gotten to the 05's yet.

OZ

I have a box of the 100 anny robustos, haven't brought myself to light one up yet... wish I had a box of the diademas too

RHNewfie · 10-17-2008, 02:24 PM

What is the typical flavor profile? Much variation between the different blends etc or is there a consistent core flavor?

10-17-2008, 02:30 PM

Nutty, creamy, sweet, with herbs thrown in here and there.

10-17-2008, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RHNewfie

What is the typical flavor profile? Much variation between the different blends etc or is there a consistent core flavor?

Grassy. My FIL loves them for their grassy flavor. I had a millenium lancero that was great. Tasted like grassy chocolate.

Pyro · 10-17-2008, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by RHNewfie

I never understood the fascination with them...

Well, I will certainly agree on that they have perfect construction and an elegant aroma. BUT, they are terribly overpriced for what you get taste-wise! Davidoff appeals to the casual consumer with lots of money. The brand, like Cuban Cohiba and Montecristo, is meant to be expensive but unlike the Cuban brands mentioned, you hardly get anything for your money!

The only Davidoff that I enjoy is Millenium Petit Corona.

10-17-2008, 02:32 PM

I've smoked one or two, but never overwhelmed... a lot pricey IMO.

Quality stuff, no doubt.... just not my cup of tea, I remember the ones I smoked being a little mild for my taste. If I want a nice mild cigar, give me a Casa Torano with a cup of coffee in the AM.... nice

Scottw · 10-17-2008, 02:36 PM

Never had one but it was Gordon Gekko's favorite in Wall St.

10-17-2008, 03:11 PM

I think Ji summed it up perfectly. Even though I agree that Davidoffs are pricey, for me, it's more than worth it. For the experience it provides me, there is no other cigar that comes close.

If you're looking to get kicked in the nuts by a cigar's strength, move past the Davidoffs. They're exceptionally complex, filled with subtlety and nuance, and a cigar that is best enjoyed when you have quality time to dedicate to it.

I've NEVER been dissapointed by a single Davidoff. Ever. But I've been dissapointed by every other cigar at one time or another. At the risk of sounding too cerebral, I literally find myself having a real experience everytime I light one up. Just like really good cooking, you can taste the love that was put into these cigars. Its all in the construction, aroma, taste, burn qualities, strength, and overall character.

My tastes are wide-ranging. From Macanudo Gold Labels to Illusione Holy Lances. But if I fire up a Davidoff, it's because I have time to really sit down and spend some quiet time, contemplating the days events, and enjoy one. And in the end, it's all about the experience and enjoyment a cigar provides you.

Honestly though, I can see how smoking one knowing how much you paid for it, could actually distract from the enjoyment of it

gettysburgfreak · 10-17-2008, 03:23 PM

I like looking at them, love the cigar band, perfect color and construction

php007 · 10-17-2008, 03:40 PM

The thousand and clasics are flavorfull but mild. The special serise and millenium lines are more of a medinum body with lots of flavor. Then you have the Limited Editions which are just amazing in both flavor and strenght. I agree that they are not for everyone but as stated above if you have the time and money I don't think you will be disappointed with the flavor.

just my

RHNewfie · 10-17-2008, 04:34 PM

Thanks for all the input folks, I think I shall have to give them another try!

papajohn67 · 10-17-2008, 04:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GrtndpwrflOZ

I have a box of 100th Anni Diadema Finas (10)
that I haven't smoked one yert but they have to be the best looking cigar I have ever seen. Flawless.
Thanks Bryan.....Where is Addiction anyway?

I have some PC's from 03 & 05 and the 03's are pretty damn tasty, haven't gotten to the 05's yet.

OZ

The 100th Anni Diadema is one of the best damn cigars I have ever smoked. Friend of mine and fellow BOTL Frank "Jechelman" is in the same camp. I've got a box + 3 singles resting in the humi for special occasions. Priced at $20 + it makes it hard for them in many peoples eyes to stand up to many of the CC's but even if I were offered the choice between a Sig VI or a 100th Anni I would most likely grab the latter. Plus I don't have to worry about those black helicopters.

UPHOTO · 10-17-2008, 04:41 PM

I've always wondered also but I've never tried one.

I'm always confused to what to try in their line with all the options and the price of each one to try. If I have a bad one at that price it will probably turn me off.

One day........

Boomer · 10-17-2008, 04:43 PM

Most of the Davidoff's I have burned reminded me of a very, very good Macanudo Hyde Park as far a flavor but the construction and appearance is without equal.

10-17-2008, 04:50 PM

I guess my only complaint is that you don't always get them with that clean white band that makes them look elegant.

SteveA · 10-17-2008, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by RX2010

I have a box of the 100 anny robustos, haven't brought myself to light one up yet... wish I had a box of the diademas too

I've smoked 2 from my box. Both damn good.

I smoke one a year on my wedding anniversary (give or take a day depending on circumstances).

php007 · 10-17-2008, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JKim

I guess my only complaint is that you don't always get them with that clean white band that makes them look elegant.

I will be happy to trade you those dirty ones for some clean white new ones.

10-17-2008, 01:59 PM	#1
RHNewfie Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Oooooh Canadaaaaa Posts: 2,007 Trading: (15)	What is it About Davidoff? I never understood the fascination with them. Had one a long time ago, probably before I understood what a "good cigar" was but I dont remember it being that memorable. Tell me what you like about them... Thanks!! __________________ σπένδομαι

10-17-2008, 02:01 PM	#2
JKim Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What is it About Davidoff? Perfect construction, perfect burn, perfect draw, and typically pretty durn tasty. I haven't enjoyed every Davidoff product that I've smoked as much as the one's that are really on, but I've never had one that was bad. Worth the price point? That's a good question.

10-17-2008, 02:05 PM	#3
GrtndpwrflOZ Just call me OZ Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Brian Location: Willow Grove PA Posts: 153 Trading: (2)	Re: What is it About Davidoff? I have a box of 100th Anni Diadema Finas (10) that I haven't smoked one yert but they have to be the best looking cigar I have ever seen. Flawless. Thanks Bryan.....Where is Addiction anyway? I have some PC's from 03 & 05 and the 03's are pretty damn tasty, haven't gotten to the 05's yet. OZ

10-17-2008, 02:24 PM	#5
RHNewfie Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Oooooh Canadaaaaa Posts: 2,007 Trading: (15)	Re: What is it About Davidoff? What is the typical flavor profile? Much variation between the different blends etc or is there a consistent core flavor? __________________ σπένδομαι

10-17-2008, 02:30 PM	#6
JKim Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What is it About Davidoff? Nutty, creamy, sweet, with herbs thrown in here and there.

10-17-2008, 02:32 PM	#9
Dgar Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What is it About Davidoff? I've smoked one or two, but never overwhelmed... a lot pricey IMO. Quality stuff, no doubt.... just not my cup of tea, I remember the ones I smoked being a little mild for my taste. If I want a nice mild cigar, give me a Casa Torano with a cup of coffee in the AM.... nice

10-17-2008, 02:36 PM	#10
Scottw Going Commando Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Location: Sussex, NJ Posts: 2,815 Trading: (6)	Re: What is it About Davidoff? Never had one but it was Gordon Gekko's favorite in Wall St. __________________ "Ray when someone asks you if your a GOD you say yes."

10-17-2008, 03:11 PM	#11
BillyCigars Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What is it About Davidoff? I think Ji summed it up perfectly. Even though I agree that Davidoffs are pricey, for me, it's more than worth it. For the experience it provides me, there is no other cigar that comes close. If you're looking to get kicked in the nuts by a cigar's strength, move past the Davidoffs. They're exceptionally complex, filled with subtlety and nuance, and a cigar that is best enjoyed when you have quality time to dedicate to it. I've NEVER been dissapointed by a single Davidoff. Ever. But I've been dissapointed by every other cigar at one time or another. At the risk of sounding too cerebral, I literally find myself having a real experience everytime I light one up. Just like really good cooking, you can taste the love that was put into these cigars. Its all in the construction, aroma, taste, burn qualities, strength, and overall character. My tastes are wide-ranging. From Macanudo Gold Labels to Illusione Holy Lances. But if I fire up a Davidoff, it's because I have time to really sit down and spend some quiet time, contemplating the days events, and enjoy one. And in the end, it's all about the experience and enjoyment a cigar provides you. Honestly though, I can see how smoking one knowing how much you paid for it, could actually distract from the enjoyment of it

10-17-2008, 03:23 PM	#12
gettysburgfreak Patriot Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Mitten Posts: 1,442 Trading: (2)	Re: What is it About Davidoff? I like looking at them, love the cigar band, perfect color and construction __________________ Author ofeath, Disease, and Life at War: The Civil War Letters of Surgeon James D. Benton, 111th and 98th New York Infantry Regiments, 1862-1865.

10-17-2008, 03:40 PM	#13
php007 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Paul Location: Placentia, CA Orange County Posts: 360 Trading: (35)	Re: What is it About Davidoff? The thousand and clasics are flavorfull but mild. The special serise and millenium lines are more of a medinum body with lots of flavor. Then you have the Limited Editions which are just amazing in both flavor and strenght. I agree that they are not for everyone but as stated above if you have the time and money I don't think you will be disappointed with the flavor. just my __________________ Paul Patel http://s166.photobucket.com/home/php007/allalbums

10-17-2008, 04:34 PM	#14
RHNewfie Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Oooooh Canadaaaaa Posts: 2,007 Trading: (15)	Re: What is it About Davidoff? Thanks for all the input folks, I think I shall have to give them another try! __________________ σπένδομαι

10-17-2008, 04:41 PM	#16
UPHOTO . Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Aaron Location: Reno, NV Posts: 279 Trading: (7)	Re: What is it About Davidoff? I've always wondered also but I've never tried one. I'm always confused to what to try in their line with all the options and the price of each one to try. If I have a bad one at that price it will probably turn me off. One day........

10-17-2008, 04:43 PM	#17
Boomer Back In Iowa Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dick Location: Seminole, FL Posts: 92 Trading: (0)	Re: What is it About Davidoff? Most of the Davidoff's I have burned reminded me of a very, very good Macanudo Hyde Park as far a flavor but the construction and appearance is without equal. __________________ I have been called a lot of things, but inarticulate ain't one of them. - Boyd Crowder.

10-17-2008, 04:50 PM	#18
JKim Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What is it About Davidoff? I guess my only complaint is that you don't always get them with that clean white band that makes them look elegant.