News just in - James Suckling - "Retires"

[G-man]

Then he should start

maybe he wants to be free to write honest reviews not based on who advertises with the mag?

A new cigar rag without all the Big Boys throwing their money at him and be honest! When sponsors contribute $ for advertising the ones with the most $ win . No doubt in my mind. CA and smoke Mag use to be great for info and now just suck. My 2 cents

[Aussiewaz]

A new cigar rag without all the Big Boys throwing their money at him and be honest! When sponsors contribute $ for advertising the ones with the most $ win . No doubt in my mind. CA and smoke Mag use to be great for info and now just suck. My 2 cents

Actually I didnt think much of you a day ago but I like you now! LMAO. Oh hang on! I'm having a Star Anise & West African Charred Left Field Wood Moment!

[G-man]

OK Im Hanging on ! Now What LOL

[RedRum]

I can't say it saddens me... I never liked his cigar reviews, neither his wine reviews. Some of his blogs while in Cuba were interesting, but I think he is a guy with an average palate that had good connections.

[seanbeer]

Reviews are all good to read and kill time with but I never take them seriously.

You can describe the taste of great wine and cigars but it would be just an one off desprition, for that particular cigar at that particualr moment and for that particular taster in that particular mood.