Tabac Manil Réserve du Patron
(3.52)
Semois leaf is a rich, pure leaf burley tobacco that is grown and processed in Belgium in the Ardennes Valley (Val Ardennais) - think Battle of the Bulge. Highly reminiscent of smoking a cigar, but in a pipe, it is a fascinating tobacco that has been highly regarded in Europe for well over 100 years. From start to finish, the flavor becomes more and more pronounced, giving a reliable and enjoyable smoke. There are no casings or flavorings added to this tobacco. This is the medium-cut version (coupe moyenne).
Notes: Semois is a Burley varietal that has been developed over hundreds of years in Belgium's Semois River region, in ground that is soggy and fog-shrouded.
Details
| Brand | Tabac Manil |
| Series | Pure Semois |
| Blended By | Vincent Manil |
| Manufactured By | Vincent Manil |
| Blend Type | Burley Based |
| Contents | Burley |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | 100 or 250 gr pack |
| Country | Belgium |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium to Strong
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium to Full
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.52 / 4
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Reviews
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| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 30, 2023 | Extremely Strong | None Detected | Extra Full | Tolerable |
I agree with azto—— and will happily send my oddly packaged, dry and brittle square of this blend should I get an address.
This is a strong smoke without nuance or complexity. It is like smoking a cigar. If this is all I had, I would adapt. Thankfully most of us have access to a variety of blends that don’t force us to adapt.
I agree that it will be fine in blending. I can’t imagine a stronger smoke. Or I don’t want to.
Update: I also agree with taki. This is really not very good.
This is a strong smoke without nuance or complexity. It is like smoking a cigar. If this is all I had, I would adapt. Thankfully most of us have access to a variety of blends that don’t force us to adapt.
I agree that it will be fine in blending. I can’t imagine a stronger smoke. Or I don’t want to.
Update: I also agree with taki. This is really not very good.
Pipe Used:
Castello
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