DPG My Father

Siebec · 01-25-2009, 12:30 PM

I stopped in at Medina Cigar on my way to Cleveland to see some live bands at Peabody's.

I had heard about the DPG MY Father blend, but my local B&M did not carry them so I decided to give this one a try. Sorry no pics, my phone decided to not work.

I picked a no. 1, robusto 5.2X52 in size. The wrapper was very light, smooth and had only a few small veins.

I clipped it with my palio, and took a pre-light draw. The draw was perfect, not too hard and not too easy, there was a little bit of spice on the draw, which is expected from a pepin blend.

I lit the cigar, and was immediately hit with a huge amount of spice, this lasted for about a half inch and then the cigar became very smooth with subtle hints of spice here and there for the 1/3 of the stick.

The second half started to pick up strength, and I noticed hints of leather and spice, while I have a hard time picking out tastes, this cigar kept me quite interested, with its complexity.

The last part of the cigar was quite strong, a little more than I like, but it stayed smooth and did not disappoint. I noticed hints of cedar mixing with the spice around this point, I burned it down to the point I could no longer hold it with my fingers.

The burn was razor sharp the whole time, no touch-ups were needed and the ash held bout about and inch and a half.

Total cost was about $11, a little pricey, but worth it when you really want a cigar to wow you.

Overall I would highly recommend this cigar, the smoothness, yet complex tastes kept me coming back for more, it is nice to find a NC like this, I will be buying a box.

8.5/10

NickyTeen · 01-25-2009, 04:40 PM

Nice review,Siebec.

I smoked the robusto size also on New Years day. Found it very enjoyable.Very smooth,full flavor,great burn. Thanks for the review.

MedicCook · 01-25-2009, 04:43 PM

Thanks for the good review. Sounds like a cigar I would enjoy.

md4958 · 01-25-2009, 05:03 PM

nice review.

Ive had the lancero and it was really good. Didnt seem AS spicy (read: black peppery) as you describe.

Finfan13 · 01-25-2009, 05:18 PM

nice review. thanks. ive only had one of these but loved it. its been a while since i smoked it, but i remember it had lots of complexity.

BlackIrish · 01-25-2009, 05:23 PM

Thanks for the review. I think I have one of these tucked away somewhere. Time to fish it out.

bobarian · 01-26-2009, 12:36 AM

Smoked a lancero from NickyTeen at yesterday's herf. Very enjoyable. Had some of the spice of a typical Pepin, but a bit milder than most. i suspect that was because it was blended by the son and not DPG. Thanks Kriss for the tasty stick.

01-26-2009, 07:30 AM

Thanks for the review! Barbourjay gifted me the lancero vitola of this stick and I picked up a bit of a floral undertone throughout the middle of the stick....it was surprisingly pleasing and I usually love the very spicy sticks. I'm with ya on the score you gave...I'd definitely say it was a strong 8.5 if not a 9 out of 10.

Jason

weak_link · 02-22-2009, 12:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobarian

Smoked a lancero from NickyTeen at yesterday's herf. Very enjoyable. Had some of the spice of a typical Pepin, but a bit milder than most. i suspect that was because it was blended by the son and not DPG. Thanks Kriss for the tasty stick.

Smoked a lancero over two episodes of Sopranos tonight and it was a fantastic smoke. I found it to be complex and changed up a few times which I really enjoy in a cigar. Started with that Peppin spice and like Bob mentioned, backed off almost right away. I was getting a nutmeg spiciness, something not pepper but interesting, then past the last third developed a sweetness to it. Very nice smoke and I have Harry Houdini to thank for the very enjoyable cigar this evening.

tenbaseg · 02-22-2009, 07:50 AM

Thanks for the review. I picked one of these up at the shop when herfing with the massholes for the flag signing. I'm looking forward to giving this a try.

Sauer Grapes · 02-25-2009, 07:26 PM

Had a toro-ish size Monday night. Pretty darn good cigar. I'd give it an 8.5 or so out of 10. If they were cheaper, I'd buy a box for sure.

02-25-2009, 07:38 PM

Thanks for the review. I have still not tried one but that will change soon

houdini · 02-25-2009, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by weak_link

Smoked a lancero over two episodes of Sopranos tonight and it was a fantastic smoke. I found it to be complex and changed up a few times which I really enjoy in a cigar. Started with that Peppin spice and like Bob mentioned, backed off almost right away. I was getting a nutmeg spiciness, something not pepper but interesting, then past the last third developed a sweetness to it. Very nice smoke and I have Harry Houdini to thank for the very enjoyable cigar this evening.

Glad you enjoyed it! H

roughrider · 03-01-2009, 12:03 PM

I smoked the Lancero Friday night and found it to be very enjoyable.

WildBlueSooner · 03-06-2009, 04:39 PM

Nice review. Another one on my list of "to buy"!

Mr B · 03-06-2009, 05:43 PM

I had one on my Dad's birthday a couple weeks back. I Loved it. nice & spicy with great flavors. I only have a couple left, time to get more!

MarkinAZ · 03-06-2009, 07:08 PM

Robusto's are my favorites and this one sounds right up my alley. Thanks for the review and input Siebec

03-17-2009, 05:32 PM

A Nice Review. I have smoked several including the 6X60 .
Now if J&R or CI could only make an alternative. Have seen some boxes on http://www.CigarBid.com [url="http://www.cigarbid.com"[/URL] for $90-$120. Makes it more affordable, to indulge.
Lenny

boonedoggle · 03-17-2009, 05:48 PM

How do these compare to Vegas Cubanas?

Siebec · 03-18-2009, 06:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by boonedoggle

How do these compare to Vegas Cubanas?

Not at all as far as I am concerned. I was never a fan of the Vegas Cubanas, but I really enjoyed the My Father.

01-25-2009, 12:30 PM	#1
Siebec Wating for the next Herf Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Findlay, OH Posts: 136 Trading: (7)	DPG My Father I stopped in at Medina Cigar on my way to Cleveland to see some live bands at Peabody's. I had heard about the DPG MY Father blend, but my local B&M did not carry them so I decided to give this one a try. Sorry no pics, my phone decided to not work. I picked a no. 1, robusto 5.2X52 in size. The wrapper was very light, smooth and had only a few small veins. I clipped it with my palio, and took a pre-light draw. The draw was perfect, not too hard and not too easy, there was a little bit of spice on the draw, which is expected from a pepin blend. I lit the cigar, and was immediately hit with a huge amount of spice, this lasted for about a half inch and then the cigar became very smooth with subtle hints of spice here and there for the 1/3 of the stick. The second half started to pick up strength, and I noticed hints of leather and spice, while I have a hard time picking out tastes, this cigar kept me quite interested, with its complexity. The last part of the cigar was quite strong, a little more than I like, but it stayed smooth and did not disappoint. I noticed hints of cedar mixing with the spice around this point, I burned it down to the point I could no longer hold it with my fingers. The burn was razor sharp the whole time, no touch-ups were needed and the ash held bout about and inch and a half. Total cost was about $11, a little pricey, but worth it when you really want a cigar to wow you. Overall I would highly recommend this cigar, the smoothness, yet complex tastes kept me coming back for more, it is nice to find a NC like this, I will be buying a box. 8.5/10

01-25-2009, 04:40 PM	#2
NickyTeen My barn door is open Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kriss Location: The Barn Posts: 561 Trading: (12)	Re: DPG My Father Nice review,Siebec. I smoked the robusto size also on New Years day. Found it very enjoyable.Very smooth,full flavor,great burn. Thanks for the review.

01-25-2009, 04:43 PM	#3
MedicCook Mila smoked my cigar Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Ryan Location: Schaghticoke, NY Posts: 10,946 Trading: (7)	Re: DPG My Father Thanks for the good review. Sounds like a cigar I would enjoy.

01-25-2009, 05:03 PM	#4
md4958 Captain Cannoli Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moe Location: Suffield, CT Posts: 5,712 Trading: (62)	Re: DPG My Father nice review. Ive had the lancero and it was really good. Didnt seem AS spicy (read: black peppery) as you describe. __________________ "One fart can foul the air for everyone" - Esteemed philosopher "If avoiding the nasty $hit is being a snob, them I am guilty as charged."- Same esteemed philosopher.

01-25-2009, 05:18 PM	#5
Finfan13 Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 10 Trading: (0)	Re: DPG My Father nice review. thanks. ive only had one of these but loved it. its been a while since i smoked it, but i remember it had lots of complexity.

01-25-2009, 05:23 PM	#6
BlackIrish MassHole Militia Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Eddie Location: Bunker Hill Posts: 1,396 Trading: (55)	Re: DPG My Father Thanks for the review. I think I have one of these tucked away somewhere. Time to fish it out. __________________

01-26-2009, 12:36 AM	#7
bobarian Cranky Habanophile Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wine Country Posts: 8,869 Trading: (51)	Re: DPG My Father Smoked a lancero from NickyTeen at yesterday's herf. Very enjoyable. Had some of the spice of a typical Pepin, but a bit milder than most. i suspect that was because it was blended by the son and not DPG. Thanks Kriss for the tasty stick.

01-26-2009, 07:30 AM	#8
auburnfan1980 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: DPG My Father Thanks for the review! Barbourjay gifted me the lancero vitola of this stick and I picked up a bit of a floral undertone throughout the middle of the stick....it was surprisingly pleasing and I usually love the very spicy sticks. I'm with ya on the score you gave...I'd definitely say it was a strong 8.5 if not a 9 out of 10. Jason

02-22-2009, 07:50 AM	#10
tenbaseg Saying no to daily deals! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Garrett Location: Masshole Nation Posts: 1,094 Trading: (40)	Re: DPG My Father Thanks for the review. I picked one of these up at the shop when herfing with the massholes for the flag signing. I'm looking forward to giving this a try.

02-25-2009, 07:26 PM	#11
Sauer Grapes Snatchin' yo people up Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 2,235 Trading: (44)	Re: DPG My Father Had a toro-ish size Monday night. Pretty darn good cigar. I'd give it an 8.5 or so out of 10. If they were cheaper, I'd buy a box for sure.

02-25-2009, 07:38 PM	#12
ChicagoWhiteSox Guest Posts: n/a	Re: DPG My Father Thanks for the review. I have still not tried one but that will change soon

03-01-2009, 12:03 PM	#14
roughrider Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 835 Trading: (24)	Re: DPG My Father I smoked the Lancero Friday night and found it to be very enjoyable.

03-06-2009, 04:39 PM	#15
WildBlueSooner I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: James Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 3,322 Trading: (19)	Re: DPG My Father Nice review. Another one on my list of "to buy"!

03-06-2009, 05:43 PM	#16
Mr B Livin' in a Van.... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: North Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,233 Trading: (79)	Re: DPG My Father I had one on my Dad's birthday a couple weeks back. I Loved it. nice & spicy with great flavors. I only have a couple left, time to get more!

03-06-2009, 07:08 PM	#17
MarkinAZ Formerly MarkinOR Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Sun City West, AZ Posts: 6,221 Trading: (40)	Re: DPG My Father Robusto's are my favorites and this one sounds right up my alley. Thanks for the review and input Siebec __________________ "Don't worry, God will work out His plan for your life..." Psalm 138 8

03-17-2009, 05:32 PM	#18
Lenny Guest Posts: n/a	Re: DPG My Father A Nice Review. I have smoked several including the 6X60 . Now if J&R or CI could only make an alternative. Have seen some boxes on http://www.CigarBid.com [url="http://www.cigarbid.com"[/URL] for $90-$120. Makes it more affordable, to indulge. Lenny

03-17-2009, 05:48 PM	#19
boonedoggle The Search is ON Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jimmy Location: CHARLESTON, SC Posts: 631 Trading: (19)	Re: DPG My Father How do these compare to Vegas Cubanas? __________________ Dr. Hibbard: Is that the love of a man for a woman, or the love of a man for a fine Cuban cigar? (chuckles