Cigar Companion. The Connoisseur's Guide to the World's Best Cigars

Marvin R. Shanken

ISBN 10: 0762419571 / ISBN 13: 9780762419579

Edité par running Press, U S A, 2005

A propos de cet article

Hardback. Beginning with an illustrated directory of top-rated cigars tasted by the editors of Cigar Aficionada, this complete guide is filled with the most up-to-date facts, including Cigar Aficionado ratings, blended and size information, and tasting notes. This knowledge is essential for discerning cigar smokers as well as for novices. let the experts at Cigar Aficionado lead you through a connoisseur's guide to the world's finest and rarest cigars, including pre-Castro Cubans and some hard-to-find special-issue cigars. This book explores the history of cigars, with descriptions of the origin of cigar tobacco and the attention to detail and quality of the cigar-manufacturing process. Tips on how to cut, light and smoke your cigar as well as information on selecting and storing your cigars will increase your cigar-smoking pleasure. Top that off with a selection of valuable hints and smoking etiquette and a glossary of key terms, and your cigar-smoking experience is complete. Illustrated. 200 pp. (We carry a wide selection of titles in The Arts, Theology, History, Politics, Social and Physical Sciences. academic and scholarly books and Modern First Editions ,and all types of Academic Literature.).

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Détails bibliographiques

• Titre: Cigar Companion. The Connoisseur's Guide to the World's Best Cigars
• Éditeur: running Press, U S A
• Date de parution: 2005
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 0762419571
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9780762419579
• Reliure: Cloth
• Édition: 2nd Printing
• État de l'article: Very Good
• État de la jaquette: Very Good
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Synopsis

Cigar Aficionado magazine, known worldwide for its celebration of the good things in life, revolutionized the art and enjoyment of cigar smoking. More than one million readers turn to the magazine to learn about the world's most enjoyable cigars, spirits, wines, beers, restaurants, resorts, collectibles, and more. In each issue, the editors evaluate a wide variety of cigars in a blind tasting format and rate them on a 100-point scale. Our previous Cigar Aficionado titles have sold a combined total of nearly half a million copies. Now Cigar Aficionado presents the ultimate resource, an easy-to-use, full-color guide with ratings and tasting notes for more than 200 fine cigars, organized by brand. For less than the price of 3 good cigars, it also explores the history and production of cigars, with expert advice on buying, storage, preparation, and smoking etiquette. With a wealth of useful information, this is an essential reference for both connoisseurs and those just beginning to appreciate the pleasures of cigars.

À propos de l?auteur

Marvin R. Shanken is the chairman and owner of M. Shanken Communications, Inc., which publishes Cigar Aficionado and Wine Spectator and is based in New York City.