In October 2011, Prometheus released a limited edition version of its Angelenos blend in conjunction with actor Joe Mantegna. Dubbed the Angelenos Limited Edition 2009 Robusto Gordo JM, the 5 1/2 x 54 robusto extra was the only box-pressed vitola in the line, and had a retail price of $9.95. In addition, part of the proceeds of each of the Robusto Gordo JM were donated to the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center, which helps physically and emotionally battered children. Here is what I said in my original review back in November 2012: I get the feeling that most people have heard of the Angelenos brand, they probably have not actually tried one. Well, I have smoked every vitola of the Angelenos at one time or another, a while it is mostly a solid line, none of them compare to the Robusto Gordo JM. The limited edition version has more flavor, is noticeably better balanced and is just a better cigar overall than the rest of the cigars that share its name. The profile is very well balanced, the construction is very good other then the slightly wavy burn and the flavors compliment each other quite well. Considering the other cigars in the ...
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