Review Notes: Lighter and less complex than many of Pepin's blends, but it retains the basic characteristics without compromise. It opens up with cocoa and keeps that as a base line throughout the smoke. The pepper kicks in about 1/3 of the way in and increases in intensity to the nub. The burn on the samples I've had was perfect, absolutely perfect. Excellent construction in every way. (The band could use some work though.) Overall an excellent Pepin blend at a significantly lower price point.