PLASENCIA COSECHA 146 LA VEGA ROBUSTO GORDO (10)
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- Taste: The Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega Robusto Gordo (10) offers rich cocoa and espresso notes with cedar, black pepper, toasted nuts and a touch of caramel sweetness
- Strength: Medium to full-bodied
- Shot: Smooth balanced draw that evolves into a more pronounced spice and richness as it progresses
- Layer: Nicaraguan sun grown wrapper, slightly oily with a medium dark brown color and fine texture
- Combustion: Even steady burn with consistent smoke production
- Ash: Firm compact light gray ash that holds well in long sections
- Aroma: Earthy and leathery on the draw with cedar, cocoa and a faint spicy floral note on the finish
Storage Instructions
For the Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega Robusto Gordo (10) use a well maintained humidor for best results. Aim for a steady relative humidity between 65% and 68% and a temperature between 65ºF and 70ºF (18ºC and 21ºC). This robusto gordo often carries a slightly oily, dark wrapper that responds best to stable, moderate humidity. Avoid large swings in temperature and humidity that can cause the wrapper to crack or develop bloom. If you need short term options use a travel humidor or an airtight container with a two way humidity pack set to the same range. Do not store cigars in a refrigerator or freezer. Keep the humidor out of direct sunlight and away from heating or cooling vents to preserve even conditions.
Care Tips
Handle the Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega Robusto Gordo (10) gently to protect the wrapper. Hold by the body or by the band rather than rubbing the wrapper with your fingers. Make a single clean straight cut with a sharp cutter to avoid tearing. After purchase allow the cigars to acclimate in your humidor for at least one to two weeks before smoking for the best balance of flavor and burn. This line also responds well to aging. Expect meaningful development after six months and continued refinement over one to three years in a properly maintained humidor. Rotate stock periodically to ensure even humidity exposure and inspect for mold or excessive dryness during routine checks. For travel, place a few sticks in a travel humidor rather than loose in pockets to prevent crushing and preserve the wrapper oils that contribute to the cigar’s flavor.
Reviews and Ratings
Major cigar publications have paid attention to the Plasencia Cosecha 146 series, and general coverage for the line has been favorable. Specific, formal reviews for the La Vega Robusto Gordo are still limited, but expert commentary and retailer feedback for nearby Cosecha 146 releases point to consistent construction and balanced flavor. Enthusiasts commonly note a creamy smoke with earthy and cedar driven notes, a touch of cocoa or leather, and a restrained spice that develops through the second third. User ratings for this vitola tend to reflect high marks for draw and burn, and reviewers familiar with Plasencia expect a refined, approachable smoke that rewards slow enjoyment.
History and Heritage
The Plasencia name is synonymous with vertically integrated tobacco cultivation and seaming craftsmanship. The Cosecha 146 line was conceived to showcase estate grown tobaccos and the family focus on terroir and vintage selection. La Vega is presented as part of that effort to highlight a specific farm or crop profile within the Plasencia holdings, offering a cigar built around careful harvesting and blending. Expect a product rooted in hands on farming tradition, rolled with attention to detail, and intended to reflect the character of the harvest it celebrates.
Tasting Notes
The Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega Robusto Gordo (10) presents as a refined medium-to-full bodied smoke, unfolding with a confident first draw of rich espresso and dark chocolate. Mid-smoke cedar and toasted almond notes deepen into savory leather and a whisper of black pepper and baking spice, giving the cigar a warm, layered complexity. A subtle natural sweetness—honeyed toffee and dried fruit—balances the savory core, while the finish leaves lingering oak and a faint floral aroma on the retrohale. Overall, it’s a harmoniously structured profile that rewards patient smoking and promises evolving flavors from start to finish.
Pairing Suggestions
Aged Caribbean rum (7–12 years), its vanilla, molasses and oak tones echo the cigar’s sweet-toasty core and lift the spice; Single-origin espresso (Sumatra or Guatemala), bright, syrupy crema and roasted notes sharpen the chocolate and espresso elements for a bold, complementary contrast; 70% dark chocolate, the cocoa bitterness accentuates the cigar’s dark-chocolate and nutty nuances while smoothing the spice on the finish.
Processing & Delivery
Orders are processed within 1–3 business days. Delivery is guaranteed until the shipment reaches destination customs. Lost parcels confirmed by the courier may be reshipped once or refunded. Parcels seized by customs are non-refundable.
Damaged Items & Returns
Any issue must be reported within 7 days of delivery. Returned items must be unused and in original packaging. Return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility.
Cigars are handmade natural products. Variations in draw, appearance or flavor are normal and not grounds for return.
Refunds
Refunds may be requested within 15 days of delivery in cases of confirmed loss or damage. To ensure a smooth and secure return process, return shipping and handling costs apply. These costs will be deducted from the refund amount where applicable.
If you prefer your order to be reshipped instead of refunded, a standard reshipping and handling fee applies and will be requested prior to shipment.
