Review Notes: After reading the reviews here i was pleased that my cusano had been aging 2 years. i experienced none of the bad stuff described. after 2 years of aging the flavors were solid from tip to nub. a very mild leather, a bit of sweet, and woody cedar all meshed together. I was also suprised at how long it burned. anyone who gets these better be prepared to rest them for a bit. it will pay off for you.