Cigar weekend, what to smoke with heavy foods
작성자: David, 게시일 17/10/2005 15:40
Just spent a fantastic weekend in the French Alps with a group of Aficionados doing a tasting session, in view of an upcoming 'Game Food Festival' next month. Top of the picks were the Partagas Shorts (small power stick, ideal for breaks during dinner, compliments heavy stews perfectly), Bolivar Coronas Extra (we found this to be an excellent appetizer cigar to go with smoked meats, terrines, pâtés), Punch Black Prince (rich flavors, without being to distracting. Some will enjoy this after dinner, others before cheese and dessert) and finally three big cigars for post dinner chats round the fire, accompanied by a well aged Port, Whiskey, Cognac or Armagnac - Partagas Lusitanias (my pick, this cigar is rolled for precisely these moments), Bolivar Coronas Gigantes (another power stick, that releases some subtle flavors which will expose hidden aromas in your Digestives) or the Saint Luis Rey Churchill (a little less power, but country type flavors, for those looking for a little sweetness to cap off the evening). Don't hesitate to explore and try these cigars with all types of rich dinners, you will find that a well chosen cigar will amplify your feeling of content and total satisfaction. Enjoy !