So, newbies and good smokes don't go together?

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I guess one question would be, has anyone come across a cigar that reliably stands on its own straight out of the B&M, or maybe 1-2 months in the humidor? A cigar that can tide you over while your "investment matures".

I would say any of the Oliva that I tried fit this category. Both inexpensive and tasty right out of the store. The Padron's are also very tasty right out of the store but they are not so inexpensive.