RTDA 2006 - Preview

RTDA 2006 - Preview Preview of the RTDA 2006
Home 2002 RTDA Report - Rob and Paul's Excellent Adventure The common mans view of the happenings at and around the 2002 RTDA in Las Vegas. Best of 2002 Awards at Top25Cigar.com The results from our "Best of 2002" poll at Top25Cigar. See which cigars were voted the best of 2002. A Day at the Graycliff Hotel and Cigar Company Rob Shibata visits the Graycliff Hotel and Cigar Company, and finds old world hospitality can be found today as well. Jorge and Orlando Padron Interview with Top25Cigar Remember back when your parents told you "if you treat everyone with respect, and work hard every day your going to be successful"? When talking to Jorge and Jose Padron, one gets the feeling not only have they heard that saying, but they live it every day. Cano Ozgener, CEO of C.A.O. International Interview with Top25Cigar Cano A. Ozgener was a very enjoyable and willing interviewee. As you can see by his answer to the final question, Mr. Ozgener is a man dedicated to his passions, namely his family and the business they are in. Cano Ozgener, CEO of C.A.O. International Interview with Top25Cigar Cano A. Ozgener was a very enjoyable and willing interviewee. As you can see by his answer to the final question, Mr. Ozgener is a man dedicated to his passions, namely his family and the business they are in. La Aurora 1903 Preferidos No. 3 If you've been sniffing around the industry, you have probably heard quite a bit about this little cigar. La Aurora 1903 Preferidos No. 3 If you've been sniffing around the industry, you have probably heard quite a bit about this little cigar. La Aurora 1903 Preferidos No. 3 If you've been sniffing around the industry, you have probably heard quite a bit about this little cigar. La Aurora 1903 Preferidos No. 3 If you've been sniffing around the industry, you have probably heard quite a bit about this little cigar. Excalibur Prensado Oscuro The latest, or soon to be latest release in the Excalibur line is the Prensado Oscuro, a cigar that longs to get the box pressed attention of a certain line of cigars from Nicaragua. Excalibur Prensado Oscuro The latest, or soon to be latest release in the Excalibur line is the Prensado Oscuro, a cigar that longs to get the box pressed attention of a certain line of cigars from Nicaragua. Excalibur Prensado Oscuro The latest, or soon to be latest release in the Excalibur line is the Prensado Oscuro, a cigar that longs to get the box pressed attention of a certain line of cigars from Nicaragua. Excalibur Prensado Oscuro The latest, or soon to be latest release in the Excalibur line is the Prensado Oscuro, a cigar that longs to get the box pressed attention of a certain line of cigars from Nicaragua. Juan Clemente' Grand Corona None of our reviewers will be buying these anytime soon. Juan Clemente' Grand Corona None of our reviewers will be buying these anytime soon. Juan Clemente' Grand Corona None of our reviewers will be buying these anytime soon. Juan Clemente' Grand Corona None of our reviewers will be buying these anytime soon. Caballeros Corona If you like pleasant surprises, have we got a cigar for you. Caballeros Corona If you like pleasant surprises, have we got a cigar for you. Caballeros Corona If you like pleasant surprises, have we got a cigar for you. Romeo y Julieta Vintage VI In the RyJ Vintage VI, were talking about a cigar that used to be the undisputed heavyweight favorite of Dominican cigars...at least for a couple of our folks. Romeo y Julieta Vintage VI In the RyJ Vintage VI, were talking about a cigar that used to be the undisputed heavyweight favorite of Dominican cigars...at least for a couple of our folks. Romeo y Julieta Vintage VI In the RyJ Vintage VI, were talking about a cigar that used to be the undisputed heavyweight favorite of Dominican cigars...at least for a couple of our folks. Romeo y Julieta Vintage VI In the RyJ Vintage VI, were talking about a cigar that used to be the undisputed heavyweight favorite of Dominican cigars...at least for a couple of our folks. Hoyo de Monterrey Seleccion Royale Senador (Maduro) Everyone was impressed by how this cigar looked, it really got the tasting off to a great start. Hoyo de Monterrey Seleccion Royale Senador (Maduro) Everyone was impressed by how this cigar looked, it really got the tasting off to a great start. Hoyo de Monterrey Seleccion Royale Senador (Maduro) Everyone was impressed by how this cigar looked, it really got the tasting off to a great start. La Tradicion Cabinet Series Perdomo Reseve No. 3 Summary La Tradicion Cabinet Series Perdomo Reseve No. 3 Summary La Tradicion Cabinet Series Perdomo Reseve No. 3 Summary 2004 RTDA Full Report - Part One Part one of Top 25 Cigar's full report on the 2004 RTDA show in Las Vegas. Accumonitor - Serious Humidification This is humidification for the big boys and girls. Accumonitor - Serious Humidification This is humidification for the big boys and girls. Accumonitor - Serious Humidification This is humidification for the big boys and girls. Accumonitor - Serious Humidification This is humidification for the big boys and girls. Accumonitor - Serious Humidification This is humidification for the big boys and girls. Accumonitor - Serious Humidification This is humidification for the big boys and girls. Accumonitor - Serious Humidification This is humidification for the big boys and girls. RTDA 2005 - DAY ONE Look here for the Day One update on the happenings from the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans! RTDA 2005 - DAY ONE Look here for the Day One update on the happenings from the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans! RTDA 2005 - DAY ONE Look here for the Day One update on the happenings from the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans! RTDA 2005 - DAY ONE Look here for the Day One update on the happenings from the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans! RTDA 2005 - DAY ONE Look here for the Day One update on the happenings from the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans! RTDA 2005 - DAY TWO Top25Cigar sums up our second day at the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans. RTDA 2005 - DAY TWO Top25Cigar sums up our second day at the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans. RTDA 2005 - DAY TWO Top25Cigar sums up our second day at the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans. RTDA 2005 - DAY TWO Top25Cigar sums up our second day at the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans. RTDA 2005 - DAY TWO Top25Cigar sums up our second day at the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans. RTDA 2005 - DAY THREE Rob and Paul share their Day 3 findings from the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans. RTDA 2005 - DAY THREE Rob and Paul share their Day 3 findings from the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans. RTDA 2005 - DAY THREE Rob and Paul share their Day 3 findings from the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans. RTDA 2005 - DAY THREE Rob and Paul share their Day 3 findings from the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans. RTDA 2005 - DAY THREE Rob and Paul share their Day 3 findings from the 2005 RTDA show in New Orleans. Sabor Havana - Cigar Store Paradise Rob Shibata finds cigar store paradise when checking out Jorge “Big George” Valdes Sabor Havana Cigar Store in Doral, Florida. Sabor Havana - Cigar Store Paradise Rob Shibata finds cigar store paradise when checking out Jorge “Big George” Valdes Sabor Havana Cigar Store in Doral, Florida. Sabor Havana - Cigar Store Paradise Rob Shibata finds cigar store paradise when checking out Jorge “Big George” Valdes Sabor Havana Cigar Store in Doral, Florida. Visit The New Padron Cigar Offices Rob Shibata visits the new Padron Cigar offices in Miami. Visit The New Padron Cigar Offices Rob Shibata visits the new Padron Cigar offices in Miami. Visit The New Padron Cigar Offices Rob Shibata visits the new Padron Cigar offices in Miami. Los Santos Churchill - One Man's Dream We've all wanted to start our own cigar company. Here's proof it's a tough go. Los Santos Churchill - One Man's Dream We've all wanted to start our own cigar company. Here's proof it's a tough go. Los Santos Churchill - One Man's Dream We've all wanted to start our own cigar company. Here's proof it's a tough go. Los Santos Churchill - One Man's Dream We've all wanted to start our own cigar company. Here's proof it's a tough go. Los Santos Churchill - One Man's Dream We've all wanted to start our own cigar company. Here's proof it's a tough go. Los Santos Churchill - One Man's Dream We've all wanted to start our own cigar company. Here's proof it's a tough go. 2006 RTDA - Day One Update Coming late in the day July 18, 2006 2006 RTDA - Day One Update Coming late in the day July 18, 2006 2006 RTDA - Day Two Update Top25Cigars Day Two update from the 2006 RTDA show. 2006 RTDA - Day Two Update Top25Cigars Day Two update from the 2006 RTDA show. 2006 RTDA - Event Summary Some final thoughts from the 2006 RTDA. 2006 RTDA - Event Summary Some final thoughts from the 2006 RTDA. A Quick Visit to Rocky Patel Rocky Patel, based in Naples, Florida gets a quick visit from Rob Shibata A Quick Visit to Rocky Patel Rocky Patel, based in Naples, Florida gets a quick visit from Rob Shibata 2007 RTDA Preview They say getting there is half the battle. 2007 RTDA Preview They say getting there is half the battle. Day One - Echo, Echo, Echo Day one thoughts from the 2007 RTDA show. Day One - Echo, Echo, Echo Day one thoughts from the 2007 RTDA show. Day 2 - Everything Hurts Our second day at the RTDA begins earlier than it should. Day 2 - Everything Hurts Our second day at the RTDA begins earlier than it should. A Visit to Torano Cigars Rob Shibata visits Torano Cigars in Miami. A Visit to Torano Cigars Rob Shibata visits Torano Cigars in Miami. 2007 RTDA Epilogue and final day. The final day of the 2007 RTDA is summarized. 2007 RTDA Epilogue and final day. The final day of the 2007 RTDA is summarized. 2007 RTDA Epilogue and final day. The final day of the 2007 RTDA is summarized. The Top25 Overlooked Cigars - Part I A list of underappreciated cigars as the editor of Top25Cigar sees them. The Top25 Overlooked Cigars - Part I A list of underappreciated cigars as the editor of Top25Cigar sees them. The Top25 Overlooked Cigars - Part II The top 25 overlooked cigars in the world as the editor of Top25Cigar sees it. The Top25 Overlooked Cigars - Part II The top 25 overlooked cigars in the world as the editor of Top25Cigar sees it. The Top25 Overlooked Cigars - Part III The top 25 overlooked cigars as the editor of Top25Cigar sees them. The Top25 Overlooked Cigars - Part III The top 25 overlooked cigars as the editor of Top25Cigar sees them. Interview with Jon Huber - CAO Cigars Director of Lifestyle Marketing We interview Jon Huber, the heartbeat behind the "hip" attitude of CAO International. Interview with Jon Huber - CAO Cigars Director of Lifestyle Marketing We interview Jon Huber, the heartbeat behind the "hip" attitude of CAO International. La Aurora 1495 Series Connoisseur Selection How much does the wrapper impact the flavor of a cigar? Here's a great way to find out. La Aurora 1495 Series Connoisseur Selection How much does the wrapper impact the flavor of a cigar? Here's a great way to find out. La Aurora 1495 Series Connoisseur Selection How much does the wrapper impact the flavor of a cigar? Here's a great way to find out. La Aurora 1495 Series Connoisseur Selection How much does the wrapper impact the flavor of a cigar? Here's a great way to find out. La Aurora 1495 Series Connoisseur Selection How much does the wrapper impact the flavor of a cigar? Here's a great way to find out. La Aurora 1495 Series Connoisseur Selection How much does the wrapper impact the flavor of a cigar? Here's a great way to find out. La Aurora 1495 Series Connoisseur Selection How much does the wrapper impact the flavor of a cigar? Here's a great way to find out. A Visit with a US Cigar Industry Institution: The JC Newman Cigar Co. Tampa, Florida. Home of the Buccaneers, Rays and home also to the JC Newman Cigar Co. Ron Matusalem Gran Reserve Rum Ahhh, rum, and good rum at that. We could get used to this. Ron Matusalem Gran Reserve Rum Ahhh, rum, and good rum at that. We could get used to this. Devils Weed Cigars Devils Weed cigars may have the coolest name and best logo in the industry, but how are their cigars? Devils Weed Cigars Devils Weed cigars may have the coolest name and best logo in the industry, but how are their cigars? Devils Weed Cigars Devils Weed cigars may have the coolest name and best logo in the industry, but how are their cigars? Devils Weed Cigars Devils Weed cigars may have the coolest name and best logo in the industry, but how are their cigars? Devils Weed Cigars Devils Weed cigars may have the coolest name and best logo in the industry, but how are their cigars? General Cigar Announces Daniel Núñez’ Retirement General Cigar announced today that Daniel Núñez, president and chief operating officer, will retire during the second quarter of 2009 General Cigar Announces Daniel Núñez’ Retirement General Cigar announced today that Daniel Núñez, president and chief operating officer, will retire during the second quarter of 2009 CAO “TAKES IT TO THE LIMIT” WITH ROCK BAND HINDER Cutting-Edge Cigar Maker Selected As Exclusive Cigar Sponsor To Hinder Record Release Party CAO “TAKES IT TO THE LIMIT” WITH ROCK BAND HINDER Cutting-Edge Cigar Maker Selected As Exclusive Cigar Sponsor To Hinder Record Release Party Dr. Nick's White and Healthy Can a dentist really be a friend to a cigar smoker? Dr. Nick wants to be. Dr. Nick's White and Healthy Can a dentist really be a friend to a cigar smoker? Dr. Nick wants to be. Dr. Nick's White and Healthy Can a dentist really be a friend to a cigar smoker? Dr. Nick wants to be. A Visit to Graycliff Another visit to Graycliff leaves us as amazed as always. A Visit to Graycliff Another visit to Graycliff leaves us as amazed as always. Breaking the Cigar Slump! Admit it, you have gone through a period where no cigar tastes good. Help is on the way! Breaking the Cigar Slump! Admit it, you have gone through a period where no cigar tastes good. Help is on the way! Breaking the Cigar Slump! Admit it, you have gone through a period where no cigar tastes good. Help is on the way! Breaking the Cigar Slump! Admit it, you have gone through a period where no cigar tastes good. Help is on the way! The Big Smoke - Part I Attending the Big Smoke was quite the experience. The Big Smoke - Part I Attending the Big Smoke was quite the experience. The Big Smoke - Part I Attending the Big Smoke was quite the experience. The Big Smoke - Part Two Part Two of the Big Smoke Experience The Big Smoke - Part Two Part Two of the Big Smoke Experience The Big Smoke - Part Two Part Two of the Big Smoke Experience El Centurion Emperadores Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars. El Centurion Emperadores Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars. El Centurion Emperadores Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars. El Centurion Emperadores Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars. El Centurion Emperadores Don Pepin Garcia continues to produce one after another world class cigars. Variety Samplers from Tabacos de la Cordillera For Undecided Smokers, Tabacos de la Cordillera Offers New Fundacion Ancestral Variety Samplers Variety Samplers from Tabacos de la Cordillera For Undecided Smokers, Tabacos de la Cordillera Offers New Fundacion Ancestral Variety Samplers “Our Roots Run Deep” Is Theme of New Toraño Ad Campaign One of only a handful of truly authentic cigar-industry stories, the Toraño family is now in its fourth generation, and only eight years away from a century of producing fine tobacco and premium cigars. “Our Roots Run Deep” Is Theme of New Toraño Ad Campaign One of only a handful of truly authentic cigar-industry stories, the Toraño family is now in its fourth generation, and only eight years away from a century of producing fine tobacco and premium cigars.	Bling, Bling! Yes, it’s Las Vegas Baby! Home to the World Series of Poker; Steve Wynn’s newest hotel, the Wynn Las Vegas Resort; and no state income tax. This year, Las Vegas is also home to the 2006 Retail Tobacconist Dealer’s Association (RTDA) Convention and Trade show. The show will be held at the Sand Expo Convention Center adjacent to the Venetian Hotel and Resort. Top25Cigar will attend the show for the fifth year to report on the general status of the premium cigar industry. As we walk the 200,000 sq. ft tradeshow floor, we’ll be stopping at as many of the 1200 or so vendor booths as we can. We’ll be talking to tobacco growers, cigar makers, importers, distributors, and retail tobacconists. We’ll be looking for the latest cigars and cigar accessories from companies large and small, well known and barely known. We’ll listen for industry trends and surprises and give our honest opinions about the best (and the worst) the show has to offer. The purpose of our reporting will be, as usual, to provide as much information as we can to the cigar smoking public. One last note. Most cigar smokers know that Las Vegas may be the most cigar friendly city left in America. As the wave of anti-smoking legislation continues to sweep the country, I’m sure we will hear about the latest round of battles set to begin in California. Proposition 86 is set to nearly triple the tobacco tax on some products. You may recall the first statewide anti-smoking legislation was passed in California in 1998 with many cities following suit in successive years. We anticipate Prop 86 discussions will be a major topic at the show and we’ll do our best to keep you informed about this important issue.
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