Review Notes: the pre-light aroma from this baby was akin to something my dog leaves behind on our walks ... so I was concerned, to say the least. But after lighting this cigar up, I was pleasantly surprised by a clean flavored maduro with no ashy undertones. It was really a pleasant surprise. And, the construction was great ... this small cigar lasted a surprising 45 min. while I did some grilling outside. So, if you don't smell it before you smoke it and don't mind a small cigar, this is a defintely good cigar!