2000 Millennium Montecristo Robusto from the jar

[maverickdrinker]

2000 Montecristo Millennium Robusto*

This week was a milestone week for me as my daughter graduated from grade 6 and is now moving onto middle school.

The sense of pride that I had as I watched her give the valedictorian speech was overwhelming. *My baby girl is starting to move into her teenage years.

I've been saving this cigar for awhile for that moment where I wanted to celebrate how privledged I am to have such a beautiful, caring daughter. *

This is such a moment. *Soon, different challenges will have to be faced. *The adaption of middle school, the first real boyfriend, heartbreak, new opportunities. *I look forward to the next chapter of her life and promised myself that I will always strive to be the best father/parent that I can be as it is moments like this that really make you proud of that you had a hand in raising someone special.

I picked up this cigar through a private sale many moons ago, in anticipation of smoking it when the time is right. *Maya was born in 2000. *My only regret is that this is my only one. *When she was born, I wasn't into cigars asI am now. *Would have loved to pick up a box or two of 2000 cigars to smoke over the years on her birthday.

The wrapper is a very light colorado brown. *Reminds me of faded jeans. *LOL No visible veins, Silky to the touch. *The wrapper has a nice mocha sweet aroma to it. *The triple cap blends in so well with the cigar. *Like it is seamless. *

The cigar itself is firm to the touch. *Just a beauty to behold. *Minimal give. *Seems to be packed with goodness, ready to be smoked.

The foot is jammed packed. *A couple of cold draws reveals a nice combination of honey, molasses, cedar and a touch of creaminess.

The cap takes to my punch relatively easily. *Honey, brown sugar, (reminds me of legendario), cedar, cream and a slight woodiness come through in the cold draw.

Time to take this to the flame...*

 

[shadowcam]

Wow Art. I'm excited about this one

 

[maverickdrinker]

First third:
In a word, intoxicating. *A beautiful blend of rich, delicious flavours envelop my palate.

Honey, pie crust, brown sugar, a slight nuttiness (reminds me of a pecan butter tart) A hint of earthiness and mocha round out the flavour profile. *This cigar is soooooo smooth. *No hint of harshness at all.

The aroma of the smoke reminds me of when you wake up in the morning and smell freshly brewed coffee emanating from the kitchen. *That warm feeling that you get, knowing that you are waking up to deliciousness. *Puts a pep in your step.

As I smoke this, I start to thing of when Maya first came into the world. *The feeling of excitement, fear, new responsibility, doubt, joy, pride, love all hit me as once, like I was there again. *I remember the first time I saw her and felt the ackward pleasure of holding her for the first time. *Knowing that I am now a father/parent/mentor/friend to someone as well as feeling that unconditional love that a parent has for their child. *Starts to make me a little teary eyed.

The burn is razor sharp and holds its ash nicely. *It is a 'Dirty' whitish ash. *The draw is like a dream. *Each puff is full of copious smoke that layer my palate with gorgeous, delicious flavours. *A wonderful way to walk down memory lane.

 

[Stogiecidal]

Huge congratulations on Maya's milestone, brother! You must be so proud :thumbsup:

Hope the smoke mirrors the accomplishment and just how proud you are...enjoy!

 

[maverickdrinker]

The second third moves more towards the creamy, cedar, woody, flavour profile, rounded with honey and milk chocolate overtones.

I start to think about the first day she went to pre school. The nervousness she felt trying something new. The reassurances that things will be ok. The shriek of angst that she roared as her mother and I walked about. The fighting of the tears and saying to myself that this is the right thing to do for her and everything is ok. The elation and relief when I came back to pick her up to see that she was having fun, playing with others.

I think about how considerate she is with others. Always worried about how others around her are and always trying to make sure everyone is having a good time. I think about her positive attitude and will to win as she had to go to tutoring classes to overcome her slight dyslexia. The pride of watching her realize that she has overcome this challenge and is now reading and writing above her grade level.

I think about how she has always given her best, even in failure. I remember when she didn't pass her first swim class test and she looked at me and said that she will do it, doesn't matter how long it takes. I am always in awe of her positive energy, tenacity, and ability to overcome.

The cigar is now a muse to me. Memories are flying through my mind at an amazing pace. The cigar itself not has a nice sweet nuttiness to it, combined with chocolate. Reminds me of a raisin and fruit chocolate bar.

 

[CO Smokes]

Congrats man. This review is bringing a tear to my eye!

 

[maverickdrinker]

The final third bring this to a cresendo of flavour. A cornucopia of honey, molasses, woodiness, caramel, dark chocolate and a slight mintiness that is astounding!

I start to remember her starting sports. The pep talk before tryouts. The long practices either with her or watching her. The joy of winning. The agony of defeat. The will to try again and get better.

Maya has had success early in sports. Her team won the city soccer championships last year. She placed 1st overall in her division and 9th in the city in the 400 metre race this year. She made rep level A soccer this year and has placed 1st in front crawl competitive swimming in the past 2 years.

I am extremely lucky to have a child like her, considering her mother and I broke up when she was 3 years old. One of the toughest things I had to do is to explain to her why mommy and daddy aren't living together anymore. The nights of sleeping in a chair in her room so that she felt comfortable in hew new room. The ackwardness of accepting a new person in my life and the acceptance of what life has become. She has all done this with grace and understanding.

As I look back at the last 11 years, I can only say that they have gone by sooo fast. My daughter is becoming a teenager. Daddy's little girl is growing up. I only hope I can continue to offer her the support, advice and resources to help her be as successful as she wants to be and that she continues to feel that Daddy is always there to support her.

The cigar starts to reach the end, a calmness fills my soul. A new chapter begins. The memories shared and the new ones to look forward to. Can't wait!!!

 

[javajunkie]

cigar sounds great, but the commentary is what is killing it, man. you done good, and it sounds like she is poised to do even better. good on you both! o)

 

[Gravity]

Wow, I think this may go down as one of the best review posts yet. Congrats Art, huge milestone!

 

[shadowcam]

Thanks for sharing Art. Your review has such wonderful descriptions of the flavors in this cigar and I love the way it touched you on such a personal level. I am glad to hear that your daughter is doing well and that she has such a supportive father in her life. The 2000 Montecristo Millennium is certainly a fine smoke to celebrate the past while moving towards a long future with Maya.

 

[Stogiecidal]

Hey buddy....just wanted to thanks for sharing the moment and "letting us in"...cigar didn't sound all that bad either lol

I sent the whole review to Dorothy to read if she had time and she just bb'ed me to say she just finished reading and is in tears.

Congrats kuya!

 

[Chrisso]

Art!

WOW man! Beautiful post, beautiful review! Congratulations on your daughters success! The road is going to get crazy, but it sounds like you and your family have done a fantastic job thus far!

Again, thank you for the write up, in more ways than one!

Congratulations!
-Chrisso

 

[Stogiecidal]

P.S. - note to self for later: every young girls needs that crazy unknown American Uncle that Daddy brings in to take the new boyfriend Jeeping out to a lake in the middle of nowhere and talk about the importance of respect while cleaning a gun and wondering, out loud, if anyone would even hear the shot if it accidentally went off...... just sayin'...

Where do I sign up? :rolling:

 

[StogieNinja]

Wow. Great review, sir!

 

[BMack]

Amazing review, amazing cigar and amazing memories, thank you for sharing! This is one of the best posts I have read on this forum.

 

[Alwayslit]

They're a great cigar.

 

[ciggy]

P.S. - note to self for later: every young girl needs that crazy unknown American Uncle that Daddy brings in to take the new boyfriend Jeeping out to a lake in the middle of nowhere and talk about the importance of respect while cleaning a gun and wondering, out loud, if anyone would even hear the shot if it accidentally went off...... just sayin'...

Hahahahaha...Love it!!

thaks for the great review and celebration for your your daughter! Never had one of these but it sounds amazing!!

 

[Fox06WRX]

Best cigar review I have ever read! This makes me want to be a father even more now. Thank you so much for sharing this moment in your life with us