Plasencia · Cosecha 146
New WorldEverydayPlasencia Cosecha 146 San Luis
The 5.75 x 54 Toro of Plasencia's Cosecha 146 — an all-Criollo '98 blend from a single crop year, balanced and medium with cedar, nuts and coffee.
The short answer
The Plasencia Cosecha 146 San Luis is a balanced, medium-bodied smoke — a Honduras toro with a Honduran Criollo '98 (Jamastrán) wrapper. Expect cedar, earth, and nuts. Critics rate it 92/100.
Flavor profile
Earthy · Creamy · Roast · Sweet
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2018
92/100
Scores as published by each reviewer. Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings; we don't score cigars ourselves.
The verdict
The Plasencia Cosecha 146 San Luis is a balanced, medium-bodied smoke from Plasencia's Cosecha 146 line. It's a Honduras (New World) toro wrapped in Honduran Criollo '98 (Jamastrán) at 5.75 in × 54.
On the palate, expect cedar, earth, and nuts, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 70 minutes from light to nub.
It's well regarded: Cigar Aficionado rated it 92/100 in 2018. It pairs naturally with coffee, aged rum, and red wine. If you're newer to cigars, this is a safe, enjoyable pick.
Cosecha 146 is Plasencia's tribute to a single harvest: every leaf is Criollo '98 grown on the family's Honduran and Nicaraguan farms during the 2011–12 crop year, then aged for years before release. The San Luis is its 5.75 x 54 Toro, and it helped earn the line major critical praise.
What it tastes like
This is the balanced, everyday-elegant side of Plasencia. A Honduran Jamastrán wrapper over Nicaraguan and Honduran tobacco gives a smooth medium body with cedar and earth, toasted nuts, gentle coffee and a touch of sweet spice. It's flavorful without being heavy — the kind of cigar you can enjoy any time of day rather than saving for a special occasion. Construction and burn are excellent.
Who it's for
A great pick for everyday smokers and a friendly step up for beginners who've outgrown the mildest cigars. Pair it with coffee or a glass of red. Because it blends Honduran and Nicaraguan leaf, it's a nice bridge between styles — see Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars for one half of that picture. New to the hobby? Start with how to cut a cigar. Log it and rate it in the Casa DNC app, and for the bolder Plasencia style try the Cosecha 151 La Tradición.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Plasencia Cosecha 146 San Luis — frequently asked
- Is the Plasencia Cosecha 146 San Luis 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 San Luis?
- The Plasencia Cosecha 146 San Luis 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 San Luis taste like?
- Expect cedar, earth, and nuts, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What is the Plasencia Cosecha 146 San Luis's rating?
- Published critic scores: Cigar Aficionado 92/100 (2018). Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings and doesn't score cigars itself.
- What pairs well with the Plasencia Cosecha 146 San Luis?
- 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 San Luis?
- Plan on about 70 minutes for the toro — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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