Early flavor profile: Dry. Kinda scratchy black pepper on the back of the throat (Mexican binder might need some more downtime, methinks). Some cedary notes, not really specific, along with cocoa notes. Slight lingering sweetness on the finish. Every now and then I get a little bit of that Cameroon twist but really, not much.
It isn't a bad cigar. Very nice construction and aroma. But I'm thinking I should have let it rest another week or two before I had my "fresh" sample even though it passed the pinch/smell test. Will have to see how the rest of the smoke goes.
