A & C Petersen Caledonian Melange No.466 Grand Reserve
(3.10)
A solid and classic blend with great character and a distinctive balance between Virginia, Oriental tobaccos and a slight touch of latakia from Cyprus. Truly a continental, mild mixture with an outstanding taste balance.
Details
| Brand | A & C Petersen |
| Blended By | |
| Manufactured By | St-Group Assens |
| Blend Type | English |
| Contents | Latakia, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Coarse Cut |
| Packaging | 50 grams tin |
| Country | Denmark |
| Production | No longer in production |
Profile
Strength
Mild
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Mild to Medium
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.10 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Sep 05, 2010 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Very Pleasant |
This is a nice Latakia laden blend in thick, ribbon cut form but still burns more quickly than some offerings. Because Latakia is big on flavor and low on strength, a little Burley has been added and the cavendish eases the throttle on the burn rate - but not much.
There is good depth of flavor here (due to the fine Cyprian latakia leaf & Virginia employed), and the presentation is a little on the unusual side due to the Virginia addition.
Thoroughly enjoyable.
There is good depth of flavor here (due to the fine Cyprian latakia leaf & Virginia employed), and the presentation is a little on the unusual side due to the Virginia addition.
Thoroughly enjoyable.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2016 | Mild to Medium | Mild | Medium | Pleasant |
There's a soapy note in this wonderful tobacco, unfortunately no longer distributed here in Italy, that makes 466 cool, spicy, perfect for an all-day smoke. 4,5/5 in my personal rating system.
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Bollito, Torino (Italy)
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 01, 2012 | Mild | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant |
I rarely give a 4 star but I must say that this blend is impeccably well balanced. The tin is small and quite lovely and of the screw on/off type which I find keeps a better seal. When I popped it open I must admit that the smell was pleasant and quite unexpected. It was reminiscent of Miss's Vicky's sea salt and malt vinegar potato chips, a more fruity and sweet smelling vinegar. Tastewise, it is as already stated perfectly balanced with just enough spicy coolness from the Lat and Oriental and a nice sweetness. An absolute gem of a English. Diolch
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Feb 21, 2008 | Mild to Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
This review has a bit of a story to it. I was in my local tobacconist's shop the other day, and on his shelf lay this dusty, single, elegant green tin. I pondered at it and looked at the reverse side for the blend components. As it suited my liking and the price was surely right $6.50 I purchased it. To my surprise at the counter, he told me his dating system on his labels, and as it turned out this tin was 8 years old. He also told me to enjoy it, as it was no longer imported to the U.S. I went home, packed a bowl in my Larsen, and was in heaven. The smoke was cool, smooth, and so well balanced I was taken aback. The virginas were up front and mild, the latakia chimmed in gently and fully. Mid bowl I could really taste the orientals, and it was so balanced of a blend. Smooth like a fine single malt Scotch, and full of comlex flavors. I can truly say, this would be my firing squad tobacco. If you have the means get your hands on some of this, particularly if it has been aged. Beginners stay clear (unless you're adventurous), and experienced English smokers savor and enjoy!
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Dec 09, 2006 | Medium | None Detected | Medium to Full | Tolerable |
Like Ratcat, I tend to think this is a pretty wicked mix. Big chunky pieces mixed with ribbons. Not the most powerful dose of Latakia, but a nice spicey blend that doesn't leave your mouth coated for weeks. Solid medium English.
It took awhile for me to enjoy this mixture, but after a pipe or two, I found that the tin emptied steadily.
It took awhile for me to enjoy this mixture, but after a pipe or two, I found that the tin emptied steadily.
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
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| Oct 22, 2006 | Mild | Extremely Mild | Full | Pleasant |
This is my second favorite Latakia blend.The cut of the this tobacco is very rough, I need to break apart into finer pieces before loading. The oriental and the viginia is very very sweet. It is very woody nutty and both blend together in a very subtle way. So what more can I say. The reason it is not on the my number one, it tends to burn a bit hot.
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