The Trinidad line of cigars has a somewhat shady history. It was officially launched in 1998 in Mexico and Canada and was unofficially aimed at the American market. Prior to that it was known as the "Diplomatico Trinidad" and was rumored to be made especially for Fidel Castro to be given to visiting diplomats and other special guests. Castro disputes this fact, but the rumors live on.The Coloniales is one of four new sizes that was released in November of 2003 as a limited release, followed worldwide release including Europe. I picked this up in a small tobacco shop in Wales for the bargain price of 12.90 Sterling. It has a nice medium brown wrapper with the traditional "pig-tail" cap. The construction was flawless, giving it a smooth even draw and burn. It was the most complex cigar I've had the pleasure of smoking. It had smooth Cuban tobacco base with alternating coffee and cocoa notes. It finished with mild pepper spice and some earth tones. The aroma was rich and creamy.
This is truly and exceptional cigar, one that I wished could go on and on. If you ever come across one of these, ignore the price and put it away for a special occasion...or a quiet Tuesday evening.
Wrapper: Cuba
Filler: Cuba
Binder: Cuba
Rating: 94
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