The mystique behind Davidoff cigars

Originally Posted by jonharky

I voted to each their own I had a davidoff zino #8 (I think) and it was alright. It was free at my local B&M so I couldn't complain but I don't think I can see myself spending so much just for that when there are other just a good cigars

Originally Posted by alley00p

I attended a "blind taste test" event for Davidoff last week here in the Metro Detroit area. Turned out to be a new Davidoff blend Classic #8 which was very smooth, with some subtle tastes in it. I enjoyed it enough that I smoked it down to a nub.....

I believe these are Zino branded blends.. I'm not particularly fond of Zinos although it was one of the first cigars I smoked in the late 80's. I've always got a place in my humidor for the NC Davidoffs. It's not something I'll purchase at full M.S.R.P, but if I find a decent discount I might pick up a 3 or 5 pack.

Of course to each their own... while some people prefer the padron annis or the Opus, I'd rather have a harder to find Kelner blend. They typically make me happier.

As others have noted, the construction and burn are near flawless on these cigars, while not the total of the experience, it does add to the experience.

Originally Posted by pnoon

I'm not sure which is more amusing. The manner in which you derived your conclusions or the conclusions themselves. I can't really address how you got there so I can only comment on the conclusions themselves.

1. Davidoff does a good job of "imitating" Cuban taste. - I don't know of anyone who would say that an NC Davidoff is similar in taste to a Cuban cigar.
2. "Cubans are rare and expensive like my precious davidoff. " - Cubans are neither rare nor expensive.

Happy to amuse you my friend. I do try to entertain.

Originally Posted by papajohn67

Herfed tonight with the PNW Mossbacks and watched a fellow BOTL revel in orgasmic delight as he smoked a Davidoff Puro Perfecto that I had given him.

That would be me But I'm a Davi whore to begin with.

For me, Davidoffs are a thing of beauty. It's all about subtlety with these cigars. 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, contemplate 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.

[stearns]

Originally Posted by BillyCigars

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

amen. i have a short list of davis i've tried, all of which have been amazing, but i try my best to keep price and smoking experience separate. i had a special r on my birthday sitting at a cigar bar with my best friend and it was the best compliment to the situation. does that mean any cigar would have tasted great then? probably. but this was so delicious im glad i picked it out. every davi i've smoked has been around friends on special occasions, could be why i think of them so fondly

my two cents

stearns

I voted to each their own, I have never had one, but there seems to be some Hype. While i have dropped 20-30$ on a smoke(GOF, Padron40/80th) I just never had the draw to the Davidoff to try one. Guess they just don't have any interest to me, maybe the plain label

That's funny, because it's those plain *yellow* labels that are thing of beauty to me. :]

[papajohn67]

You guys are killing me....may about be time to pull out one of the Davidoff 100th Anni Diademas Finas. This thread continues to make my mouth .

[Mr.Maduro]

Originally Posted by papajohn67

You guys are killing me....may about be time to pull out one of the Davidoff 100th Anni Diademas Finas. This thread continues to make my mouth .

Do it already! I need to know they were put to rest properly!

These are definately worth the hype/mystique!!

The others (I haven't sampled the entire line) are good, perfectly constructed, but grossly overpriced IMHO.

The hype/mystique is what allows them to get away with the high prices on these....just like the Opus X.

[Kreth]

Originally Posted by Mr.Maduro

The hype/mystique is what allows them to get away with the high prices on these....just like the Opus X.

Kinda like Scotty Cameron's $50 golf ball marker?

[Whipper Snapper]

Originally Posted by papajohn67

You guys are killing me....may about be time to pull out one of the Davidoff 100th Anni Diademas Finas. This thread continues to make my mouth .

Now you're talking. In my opinion these are one of the best NC smokes period.
Smoke what ya like! I sure like these...

[RevSmoke]

I have had a few Davidoffs. I must say, in regard to quality tobaccos and construction, these are definitely top shelf. Are they hype? That depends on your tastes.

I like them, but I like a lot of others just as much. Will I purchase them? I don't think I'd go out and buy a box. I'd gladly accept one given to me. But I like to get a few more sticks for my $$ than I can buying Davidoffs.

[Mugen910]

Originally Posted by JKim

That's funny, because it's those plain *yellow* labels that are thing of beauty to me. :]

I have only one that has a yellowish band..

Originally Posted by papajohn67

Herfed tonight with the PNW Mossbacks and watched a fellow BOTL revel in orgasmic delight as he smoked a Davidoff Puro Perfecto that I had given him.

That's HAWT!!!

How come my bands are white?

Al, Seven years tucked away in a B&M does funny things to white bands. :]

I like the white one's too...

Originally Posted by JKim

I like the white one's too...

Now you're just showin off.

[Mugen910]

I'm still waiting to smoke this sucker up!

[stearns]

Originally Posted by Mugen910

I'm still waiting to smoke this sucker up!

you still have that? smoke it!

stearns

[md4958]

Originally Posted by Mugen910

I'm still waiting to smoke this sucker up!

since you cant smoke that b!tch by yourself, I will happily volunteer myself for one of the coils

[Mugen910]

Originally Posted by JKim

Bao.. Let us know how it goes with that Special C. That's one that I haven't brought myself to bite the bullet on.

Originally Posted by stearns

you still have that? smoke it!

stearns

Originally Posted by md4958

since you cant smoke that b!tch by yourself, I will happily volunteer myself for one of the coils

Looks like I got me two more smokers!!