LGC Medaille D`or No.1 Your opinion please

[VotTak]

Well... You probably know why I'm asking this question.
I'd like to hear some kind of comparative description of this cigar with something I am familiar with(RyF Ex#4, SLR Series A, HdM PR, Bolivar PC, PSD4)
I know that cigars I mentioned might be in different flavour profile, have different strength(in flavour and/or tabaco department) etc... But it would help me to make a decision without first trying it.

You know... in this case there is a time frame... :whistling:
Thank you very much for your input. Your opinions will be highly appreciated.

 

[alexgtp]

Well... You probably know why I'm asking this question.
I'd like to hear some kind of comparative description of this cigar with something I am familiar with(RyF Ex#4, SLR Series A, HdM PR, Bolivar PC, PSD4)
I know that cigars I mentioned might be in different flavour profile, have different strength(in flavour and/or tabaco department) etc... But it would help me to make a decision without first trying it.

You know... in this case there is a time frame... :whistling:
Thank you very much for your input. Your opinions will be highly appreciated.

This particular cigar i would not classify in the same category as the cigars you mentioned flavor profile wise and size.. This is a very thin gauged and long cigar (36 ring and 7")
Actually quite boring IMHO. Very light tasting cigar. Small hints of fruit and a sweetness to it.

 

[cigardawg]

I have not had the No. 1, but have smoked the No. 2. I agree with Alex, none of the cigars you listed for comparison are even close. IMHO, the No. 2 is a fantastic mild-to-medium first cigar of the day or morning cigar. It goes great with a cup of coffee and a clean palate. The flavors are delicate and subtle, but there is a great toastiness to it with citrus and maybe a little honeyed sweetness. I really enjoy it.

The No. 1 is a very small ring gauged cigar and I would actually expect it to be a bit more full-bodied than the No. 2. Per Alex's assessment, I would be wrong in that expectation.

I actually considered pulling the trigger on these as well. Just to try something new.

 

[The Master]

My only experience with these are 1998 versions. They are excellent cigars, creamy , smooth, very complex with some nice nose. They age extremely well and the 2002's that are now being sold should be pretty good.