Peretti Century
(3.00)
This is the blend that was made especially to commemorate our 100th Anniversary. A subtle mixture of Oriental leaf and latakia, plus a rich, matured Virginian.
Notes: "Century (1970) latakia, first-cut golden Virginia, varietal Turkish"
Details
| Brand | Peretti |
| Series | English Blends |
| Blended By | L.J. Peretti |
| Manufactured By | L.J. Peretti |
| Blend Type | English |
| Contents | Latakia, Oriental/Turkish, Virginia |
| Flavoring | |
| Cut | Ribbon |
| Packaging | Bulk |
| Country | United States |
| Production | Currently available |
Profile
Strength
Medium
Extremely Mild -> Overwhelming
Flavoring
None Detected
None Detected -> Extra Strong
Room Note
Pleasant to Tolerable
Unnoticeable -> Overwhelming
Taste
Medium to Full
Extremely Mild (Flat) -> Overwhelming
Average Rating
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3.00 / 4
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Reviews
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Displaying 1 - 2 of 2 Reviews
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2020 | Medium | None Detected | Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
The tin note of Century has a good amount of smokiness for the Latakia, some earthy floral aroma from the Oriental. This doesn't seem to have that Peretti "menthol" topping most blends seem to have.
The Oriental seems to be cut slightly different, as these chunks appear larger than the Virginia or Latakia. But not enough to hamper the lighting or packing.
This isn't half bad. The right amount of smokiness from the Latakia, the Oriental offers slightly spiced floral notes, and the Virginia brings toasty, sweet and bready notes to balance this blend out. I would say the Orientals are the most forward leaf of them all, but not enough to overpower the remaining components. As the bowl burns on, the spice increases, the sweetness goes by the wayside. Not particularly complex, but no so boring you become uninterested. This blend isn't a hall of fame tobacco, just another decent middle of the road blend. Definitely not worth the 4.75 an oz, there are better English blends to be had. 2.5 stars
The Oriental seems to be cut slightly different, as these chunks appear larger than the Virginia or Latakia. But not enough to hamper the lighting or packing.
This isn't half bad. The right amount of smokiness from the Latakia, the Oriental offers slightly spiced floral notes, and the Virginia brings toasty, sweet and bready notes to balance this blend out. I would say the Orientals are the most forward leaf of them all, but not enough to overpower the remaining components. As the bowl burns on, the spice increases, the sweetness goes by the wayside. Not particularly complex, but no so boring you become uninterested. This blend isn't a hall of fame tobacco, just another decent middle of the road blend. Definitely not worth the 4.75 an oz, there are better English blends to be had. 2.5 stars
| Reviewed By | Date | Rating | Strength | Flavoring | Taste | Room Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 2020 | Medium | None Detected | Mild to Medium | Pleasant to Tolerable |
This is a bit of a thicker cut ribbon comprised of medium brown a very, very few black bits. Smells like virginia, earth, a bit of spice and slight hint of latakia.
Loads and lights easy enough. Keeps lit with firm tamping.
The turkish/orientals take center stage on this one. There is a lot of buttery spice and earthy leather components that merge well into the slightly sweet and slightly tangy va's. The latakia is barely present and adds some spice and smokiness that seems to smooth the smoke out. It has more of a N hit than the other Peretti English blends I've sampled (This is 3 of 4). It's very 'dry' on the sweet scale and is more spicy than the others. It has a few rough edges, but is still a good smoke. Reminds me of chelsea morning, but not as sweet and a bit more bitey and less latakia.
Loads and lights easy enough. Keeps lit with firm tamping.
The turkish/orientals take center stage on this one. There is a lot of buttery spice and earthy leather components that merge well into the slightly sweet and slightly tangy va's. The latakia is barely present and adds some spice and smokiness that seems to smooth the smoke out. It has more of a N hit than the other Peretti English blends I've sampled (This is 3 of 4). It's very 'dry' on the sweet scale and is more spicy than the others. It has a few rough edges, but is still a good smoke. Reminds me of chelsea morning, but not as sweet and a bit more bitey and less latakia.
Pipe Used:
Savinelli Qandale 315
PurchasedFrom:
Peretti
Age When Smoked:
Fresh
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