When I first started getting into smoking, I wasn't really into the Bolivar brand. I had some good RCs, but nothing that made me a fan. Ever since my first GMs though, I have been impressed with the whole lineup. The recent stuff has been good, including the REs for the most part, but the aged stuff has been absolutely incredible.
All of the aged bolis have been remarkably consistent, no matter the year. The cigars have all been full-bodied and somewhat strong, though not as much so as the GMs. The profile is much the same as young cigars, but the earthiness is more subdued and the "creaminess" and leather are more pronounced. The best examples I have had are '99 CGs from dress boxes, '97 CGs from cabs, and '98 RCs. The '98 PCs and '99 CEs are also very, very good. There is a lot of talk about how well the marca ages, and I have to agree. While my favorite marca is still Ramon Allones, Bolivar has moved into a solid second due to the aged stuff. I still think there are better brands when it comes to recent production, such as Partagas. I am interested to hear others' thoughts about the how the brand ages and how it compares to other brands...
All of the aged bolis have been remarkably consistent, no matter the year. The cigars have all been full-bodied and somewhat strong, though not as much so as the GMs. The profile is much the same as young cigars, but the earthiness is more subdued and the "creaminess" and leather are more pronounced. The best examples I have had are '99 CGs from dress boxes, '97 CGs from cabs, and '98 RCs. The '98 PCs and '99 CEs are also very, very good. There is a lot of talk about how well the marca ages, and I have to agree. While my favorite marca is still Ramon Allones, Bolivar has moved into a solid second due to the aged stuff. I still think there are better brands when it comes to recent production, such as Partagas. I am interested to hear others' thoughts about the how the brand ages and how it compares to other brands...