The Romeo y Julieta Exhibicion No. 4 was included in the brand’s portfolio during the 80s, together with the Exhibicion No. 3 (a Corona Gorda), which was discontinued in 2013. The No. 4 is a Hermoso No. 4 as vitola de galera.
Until 2010 it was possible to buy it in 50-count Slide Lid Boxes. Nowadays, it can only be purchased in 25-count boxes.
Visually it is rolled in a Colorado wrapper with brown reflections, but it is not uncommon to find lighter shades. To the touch, it is pretty smooth with a couple of minor veins present, and it is slightly box-pressed. Construction is excellent, as is the draw.
- Country of Origin: Cuba
- Size: 48 x 127 mm (5″)
- Wrapper: Cuba
- Binder: Cuba
- Filler: Cuba
- Price: $ N.A. – € 11.20
Romeo y Julieta Exhibicion No. 4: well-defined aromas of wood and vegetal notes are perceived in the cold draw, enriched by nutty nuances.
Once lit, it is pretty sweet on the palate, while the aromas recall earth, wood, and vegetal notes, all of equal intensity. A slightly spicy nuance appears further into the smoke, and strength is light (1/5).
In the central section, the initial sweetness ultimately leaves the scene to a very evident sapidity and a light bitterness, all enriched by a spicy sensation, which, however, remains light. A balsamic nuance appears alongside the unchanged notes of earth and wood. Strength increases slightly, becoming medium-light (2/5).
The flavor profile does not undergo a particular change in the final third since only the earth and wood remain perceptible. Strength remains unchanged (2/5).
In conclusion, also considering previous taste testing, the Romeo y Julieta Exhibicion No. 4 is a cigar that suffers from a very fluctuating production. Starting from the wrapper, it is possible to come across very different examples, which can even return a more or less intense smoke. However, the cigar is in line with the identity of the brand: well perceptible aromas on a strength level that is never over the top. Too bad that it does not offer more in terms of evolution or richness.