Which Oliva would the Monte white be most like? Is there even a reasonable comparison?
I'd liken it to the Connie. the Monte white always seemed to be a bit mild for my tastes. the oliva has a bit more fullness to me.
Cool. That was what I suspected. I imagined that the Monte would be a little more bodied than a typical connie shade (whatever that is). I've also read that the Oliva is a little more towards the med side than the mild, for a connie. Some of the reviews on the usual vendors almost say it is a little too full for a connie. Based on feedback here and what I've read, I expect it will be just about right for me for a go-to. Can't wait 'till Tuesday!
Conneticut, shade grown wrapper leaf. they put tarps over the tobacco plants. (I originally misspelled
that as tarts - that was a picture!).
Ah. Cool. I had no idea. THat's what keeps them more mild? Lack of direct light?
Also, finally a NICE day to be outside to have a cigar! Clear skies, about 70. Beautiful! Oliva G robusto just finished off. Nice.
I've been enjoying a lot of fuller cigars lately, but it's nice to just have something a little more mellow. I can handle the fuller ones, but they do kick it to me sometimes! Especially if not on a full stomach!
Did I mention I'm looking forward to these short Oliva connies showing up? Now all I need is a good deal on some more Gs! Haha. I see the tins of petite coronas up on the mash. I'll probably see how the connies are first...