Plasencia · Cosecha 146
New WorldEverydayPlasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega
The 5.25 x 52 Robusto Gordo of Plasencia's Cosecha 146 — an aged single-harvest Criollo '98 blend, medium-bodied with earth, cinnamon and a citrus lift.
The short answer
The Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega is a balanced, medium-bodied smoke — a Honduras robusto gordo with a Honduran Criollo '98 (Jamastrán) wrapper. Expect earth, cinnamon, and cedar. Critics rate it 93/100.
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2020
93/100
Scores as published by each reviewer. Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings; we don't score cigars ourselves.
The verdict
The Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega is a balanced, medium-bodied smoke from Plasencia's Cosecha 146 line. It's a Honduras (New World) robusto gordo wrapped in Honduran Criollo '98 (Jamastrán) at 5.25 in × 52.
On the palate, expect earth, cinnamon, and cedar, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 60 minutes from light to nub.
It's well regarded: Cigar Aficionado rated it 93/100 in 2020. It pairs naturally with coffee, aged rum, and red wine. If you're newer to cigars, this is a safe, enjoyable pick.
The La Vega is the short, stout 5.25 x 52 Robusto Gordo in Plasencia's Cosecha 146 line — a single-harvest cigar made entirely from Criollo '98 grown on the family's Honduran and Nicaraguan farms in 2011–12 and aged for years. It picked up high marks and year-end honors from the cigar press.
What it tastes like
A medium-bodied, oily smoke with real complexity for its size. It leads with earth and cedar, adds warm cinnamon and a bright citrus lift reminiscent of bergamot tea, and rounds out with coffee and a little orange-liqueur sweetness as it concentrates toward the band. The Honduran Jamastrán wrapper keeps it smooth, and the shorter format makes it a satisfying 45-minute smoke.
Who it's for
Ideal for everyday smokers who want flavor and nuance without a long commitment, and approachable for beginners ready to move past mild. Coffee or red wine both work well. As a Honduran-Nicaraguan blend it sits between two great cigar traditions — read Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars for context, and the cigar strength guide for where "medium" sits. Rate it and track it in the Casa DNC app, or go longer with the San Luis.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega — frequently asked
- Is the Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega a good cigar for beginners?
- It's a good next step. Medium-bodied cigars are fine once you've enjoyed a few milder ones and want more flavor and depth.
- How strong is the Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega?
- The Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega is Medium-bodied. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega taste like?
- Expect earth, cinnamon, and cedar, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What is the Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega's rating?
- Published critic scores: Cigar Aficionado 93/100 (2020). Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings and doesn't score cigars itself.
- What pairs well with the Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega?
- It pairs well with coffee, aged rum, and red wine. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Plasencia Cosecha 146 La Vega?
- Plan on about 60 minutes for the robusto gordo — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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