Rafael Gonzales is not one of my favorite brands of Cuban cigars, but it had released on the market some captivating blends. For example, Rafael Gonzalez Lonsdales cigars are very attractive, and not just through their size or that fantastic color of the wrapper, but also because they are very complex cigars. Also, a box containing 25 of these cigars can be bought at a very affordable price. Appearance & Construction These cigars look amazing. Almost all Cuban cigars look amazing, but this one is outstanding. It has a very dark wrapper, on which surface you can see that it is plenty of oiliness. There are only some short and thin veins that offer to the cigar a traditional Cuban look. When I've touched the wrapper my fingers felt a silky pleasure. The Rafael Gonzalez Lonsdales have a perfect construction. Despite of the fact that the stick is long it has a weight of only 10.8 grams. I could barely feel it between my lips. The leaves of tobacco were surely rolled by some blender master; hence I've got a perfect draw. Also, the burn was straight. This is a spicy cigar with a light to medium strength. The ignition of it is fast, and immediately after it you will start tasting the first flavors of wood and tobacco. Soon after it, notes of earth, fruit, spice and pepper appear creating a delicious mix. The last third of the cigar is quite fascinating offering leather and wood. The balance is perfect, and the cigar can be better enjoyed with a cup of black coffee. Value The Rafael Gonzalez Lonsdales are very affordable cigars. They are of an excellent quality, so they are fair priced.