Cigar Aficionado
Selected New Releases of 2011 – “Made in Honduras, this is a less expensive version of the Bahamian La Palina brand.” Read the full article. February, 2012
Smoked That Cigar
La Palina Family Series - “This is an absolutely great cigar. For a guy who enjoys the raw earth and wood flavors of cigars, this was a treat… I am blown away at how smooth this cigar was from start to finish.” Read the full review. January 26, 2012
PuffingCigars.com
La Palina El Diario Torpedo - “When I smoked this torpedo wow was I hit with a blast of flavor it was by far one of the best cigars that I smoked over the holiday season. I had actually even bought some to have my friends try to make sure I was not the only one getting the great taste out of the stick.” Read the full review. January 20, 2012
Katmancross
Cigar Review – La Palina El Diario Torpedo - “This is such a unique cigar that I must re-state my position…the whole La Palina line would be the only cigars I’d smoke if given that opportunity. Each stick is so full of flavor, complexity and sophistication… I am just blown away by these blends.” Read the full review. January 17, 2012
Worth
La Palina El Diario Gordo – “A robust, spicy blend in a new large size from this recently resurrected brand created by the Paley family, founders of the CBS network.” Read the full article. January, 2012
HabanosNut
La Palina El Diario – Torpedo – “The flavors that are present in the El Diario Torpedo are pronounced enough to keep even a seasoned aficionado pleased… The price alone would lead me to purchase a box without thinking twice.” Read the full review. January 10, 2012
Seth’s Humidor
Cigar Review: La Palina El Diario Torpedo - “The cigar really showed all those great complex flavors that you want in a cigar, and remained fairly medium throughout. The cigar in terms of construction was amazing, and I have found that to be the case with all the cigars in this line.” Read the full review. January 3, 2012
Cigar Obsession
La Palina El Diario Torpedo Cigar Review – “Medium to full bodied… lots of smoke… the draw is absolutely perfect. Overall a very slow smoker, so definitely a lot of time for your money. It’s got some power behind it.” Watch the full review. January 3, 2012
Cigar Journal
Finest Cigars 2011, 20-16 - “I think these are phenomenal cigars, our tasting panel obviously does too. This cigar has a really rich sweetness to it, some nice complexity with earthy, woody tones, and it’s just a spectacular cigar.” Watch the full video. January 2, 2012
Cigar Coop
2011 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #1 – CIGAR OF THE YEAR – La Palina El Diario (Part 30 of Epic Encounters) – “The La Palina El Diario is an amazing smoke. The cigar has a highly complex flavor profile, but there is something old school about this cigar… While it takes me back to the days when my grandfather and his friends smoked cigars, it also has modern flavor nuances to balance the old school tobacco taste.” Read the full review. December 31, 2011
Seth’s Humidor
Seth’s Humidor’s Top 25 Cigars of 2011 – “The cigar showed tons of cocoa, coffee and spice flavors while having a solid strength as well. I have been thoroughly impressed with the lines La Palina has launched, and I will continue to enjoy El Diario regularly as it was intended to be.” Read the full review. December 21, 2011
Signature
The Sig Survey No. 9: La Palina Cigars CEO William C. Paley – “Mr. Paley created El Diario… A much more affordable line, it compliments the Family Series nicely. The recently released ‘Kill Bill,’ with a Honduran Corojo wrapper, has been buzzing the blogosphere.” Download the full interview. December 21, 2011
Robby Ras Reviews
La Palina El Diario – “This is an elegant cigar. It’s subtle without being boring or weak. The flavors seem to wrap around each other… Pepper, sweetness, some leather and wood notes round out the menu and really compliment each other well.” Read the full review. December 1, 2012
Cigar Journal
La Palina El Diario Robusto – “The Robusto produces a voluminous smoke density with leathery aromas and ample sweetness; in addition, subtle pepper. Its full-bodied bouquet and the spice are in perfect harmony with the sweetness and the delicate acidic touch.” Download the full review. December, 2011
Page Six Magazine
La Palina Family Series Babe Cigars – “Nothing says success like a good cigar and a good woman (or three). Gift him halfway there with these robust cigars, named for NYC socialite Babe Paley.” Read the full interview. December 1, 2011
Washington Post
Value Added: A burning desire to revive the family business – “‘I wanted to make the best product, and then I figured I would learn how to make it profitable. I really believe, just like my father believed, that if you really make the best product you can, people will go for it.’” Read the full interview. November 13, 2011
Sigarenliefhebber – Cigar Lovers
La Palina – Kill Bill – “The cigar has a Honduran Corojo wrapper, a binder of Honduran Criollo and a filler with a blend of Criollo and Coroja from Nicaragua. The cigar is, despite its length, quite strong with spice and power.” Read the full, translated article, or read the original Dutch version. November 11, 2011
Cigar Insider
Powerhouse Petit from La Palina - “The newest cigar from La Palina is known as Kill Bill for one very simple reason. ‘I wasn’t able to finish smoking the first prototype,’ says La Palina brand owner Bill Paley with a chuckle… A test smoke exhibited solid spiciness and power.” Download the full article. November 8, 2011
Capitol File
Smoke Signals – “Paley is currently working with an esteemed female cigar roller and a female-owned boutique factory to develop a cigar he intends to name ‘Goldie,’ after his grandmother. But although it is a cigar designed by women, it is for all to puff.” Read the full article. October, 2011
Cigar Journal
La Palina El Diario Robusto – “The Robusto produces a voluminous smoke density with leathery aromas and ample sweetness… Its full-bodied bouquet and the spice are in perfect harmony with the sweetness and the delicate acidic touch. Full and very substantial.” Read the full article. Autumn, 2011
Robb Report’s New York City
Light Up and Relax with Bill Paley – “After visiting a few of his favorite childhood haunts, Paley stops at some choice spots to smoke a cigar whenever he comes back to his hometown of NYC.” Read the full interview. September 23, 2011
HabanosNut
La Palina Pasha 93 Points – “After smoking this stick it is easy to see that this cigar really does live up to the hype. The flavors are deep complex and all around have great balance. A great stick from a great company…” Read the full review. September 15, 2011
GC Puffs
A Puppy and a La Palina El Diario – “The La Palina El Diario is an extremely smooth smoke with a flavor profile that holds you from start to delicious finish.” Read the full review. September 8, 2011
PuffingCigars.com
La Palina El Diario – “I think it was a beautiful cigar and the burn was great. I would recommend this to someone who was looking for a nice cigar to last about 2 hours.” Read the full review. September 3, 2011
CigarTube.tv
Review of El Diario – “It’s got a really nice ash… almost a perfect burn line… this cigar is rolled very well. As I’m smoking more of it I’m getting more sweetness, still with a little bit of spice… Overall I’d give this an ‘excellent.’” View the full review and Bill’s introduction to the El Diario. September 3, 2011
CigarTube.tv
Bill Paley on El Diario CigarTube.tv – “It’s a big, nice, hefty cigar. Delivers a lot of flavor. This line is called El Diario, which means ‘the daily.’ We made this cigar to reach that part of our audience that’s looking for a more daily, more regular cigar. It’s a very straight forward smoke, very rich and medium bodied.” Watch the full video. September 2, 2011
Thrillist
Drapers’ New Digs – “Drapers has rolled into a new home near The White House, which’s twice as big as their original 14th Street spot, and features a lounge and walk-in humidor.” Read the full article. September 1, 2011
Stogie Guys
Cigar Review: La Palina El Diario Gordo – “The flavor profile is pleasant… it’s a flavor profile that will be right up the alley of fans of Nicaraguan cigars like Tatuaje and Illusione. Ultimately, this cigar is good enough to keep me interested for a full two hours…” Read the full review. August 30, 2011
Seth’s Humidor
Cigar Review: La Palina El Diario – “Looking back on this cigar, I was thoroughly impressed… To me, it had everything I could ask for in a cigar plus some. It had great tobacco, was blended perfectly, a nice strength, and a great complex flavor profile.” Read the full review. August 30, 2011
Cigar In Hand
La Palina El Diario – “The La Palina El Diario was a really good cigar! I smoke so many strong peppery cigars that it is nice to change it up with this solid medium bodied cigar with the softer flavor profile.” Read the full review. August 29, 2011
Katmancross
El Diario by La Palina Cigars – Cigar Review – “As in all excellent cigars, the flavor profile changes constantly. A little dark coffee, a dash of cocoa, caramel apple… Seriously, all in all, this is a great stick. It has class and refinement. It has all the flavors you want in a premium cigar.” Read the full review. August 22, 2011
Wall Street Journal
Smoke Show – “[La Palina]’s turning out much smaller quantities of premium, hand-rolled smokes. ‘It’s the ultimate low-tech product,’ Mr. Paley said. ‘It goes untouched by a single machine between seed and store.’” Read the full article. August 20, 2011
Seth’s Humidor
Cigar Review: La Palina Alison – “This cigar has so many wonderful qualities to it and at no point is it boring. The presentation is lovely and classical, but more importantly the cigar is wonderful… incredibly unique and flavorful.” Read the full review. August 19, 2011
Cigar Round Table
Review of La Palina El Diario – “The cigar has to be one of the best looking cigars I’ve ever seen… It’s fine tuned and I would imagine it will only get better with age. It’s a bold flavor, but not harsh…” Read the full review. August 10, 2011
Smoking Hot Cigar Chick
La Palina: A Moment With William Paley – “The El Diario, ‘The Daily,’ is the latest addition to the Palina Cigar line and is designed to be a cigar to fit the daily smoker’s lifestyle… there is a punch of flavor, the finish is still very elegant in the La Palina style.” Watch the full interview. August, 2011
Smoke Magazine
La Palina Family Series – Little Bill - “Like a nice long creamy delight. There was a nice woody sweetness throughout… Very well-packed cigar… Had a nice draw and even burn.” Read the full review. Summer, 2011
CigarTube.tv
La Palina Cigars – “It is an interesting story about the history of this brand and exciting to see how Bill has brought back the brand with much success. We look forward to spending time with Bill in the future to do an episode on La Palina Cigars for the Cigar History Channel…” Watch the full interview. Summer, 2011
Stogie Review
Week in Smoke – TGT Edition – “I smoked two of these and quickly wished I had more. Well balanced whose smoke puts off an enticing aroma. Beautiful rosado wrapper and a nice spicy core… Right price, right balance truly makes the El Diario a daily cigar.” Read the full article. August 3, 2011
Cigar Coop
Cigar Pre-Review: La Palina El Diario – “The attractive thing about the El Diario to the end consumer is that this will have a much more affordable price point… While this is less expensive than the Family Series, after smoking the El Diario, I felt there was no loss in quality or enjoyment whatsoever.” Read the full review. July 31, 2011
Boston Common
Life is Beautiful – “From the beginning, Bill set out with one goal in mind – to create the best cigar he could, no matter the cost… The cigars have been praised in cigar blogs, magazines such as Cigar Aficionado and mainstream publications like Vanity Fair and The Wall Street Journal.” Download the full article. Summer, 2011
Boston Common
Life is Beautiful – “From the beginning, Bill set out with one goal in mind – to create the best cigar he could, no matter the cost… The cigars have been praised in cigar blogs, magazines such as Cigar Aficionado and mainstream publications like Vanity Fair and The Wall Street Journal.” Download the full article. Summer, 2011
Cigar in Hand
La Palina Pasha – “The La Palina Pasha offered a very pleasant smoking experience… a tasty and unique flavor profile.” Read the full review. June 13, 2011
New York Post
Some ‘hang’ until it’s ‘over’ – “May 23, the day of our mayor’s non smoking ban, Bill Paley, son of CBS founder William S. Paley, hosted an outdoor cigar-smoking event to honor his cigar-maker grampa Samuel Paley.” Read the article online or download the print article. May 24, 2011
New York Post
They huff & they puff – “Rebelling against the new law, a group called Cigar Rights of America puffed away at Paley Park, a private park on East 53rd Street.” Read the article online or download the print article. May 24, 2011
WNYC
A City Park Where Lighting Up Is Still Lawful – “Bill Paley, invited fellow tobacco enthusiasts for a smoke in the fine-free zone inside the park created by his father… ‘When smoking cigars becomes restricted, I want to let people know where they can come, sit back, relax and enjoy this city,’ said Paley…” Read the full article. May 23, 2011
Best Cigar Blog
NYC’s Park and Beach Smoking Ban Begins Today – “Cigar Rights of America and William Paley, owner of La Palina Cigars, will be holding a 100 percent legal smoke-in at the privately-owned Samuel Paley Park (3 East 53rd Street between Madison and Fifth) from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. today.” Read the full article. May 23, 2011
Cigar Snob
Join J. Glynn Loope & William C. Paley For An Outdoor Smoke in NYC – Read the full article. May 23, 2011
lindsayheller.com
Today: Join Bill Paley & Glynn Loope for a Legal Outdoor Smoke in NYC – Read the full article. May 23, 2011
Cigar Aficionado
Park, Beach Smoke Ban in NYC Starts Today – “Let us celebrate personal liberty, self determination and the pursuit of our happiness by sharing a good cigar and observing the 44th Anniversary of the opening of Paley Park, always a smoking friendly oasis…” Read the full article. May 23, 2011
Katmancross
La Palina Pasha – Cigar Review – “I’ve smoked expensive cigars. Very few of them taste like a 4th of July rocket exploding in your head on the first few puffs, like this one does… If I had access to this cigar as much as I wanted, it would be the only cigar I smoked… in other words, my desert island cigar.” Read the full review. May 19, 2011
Katmancross
La Palina Alison – Cigar Review – Fantabulous!! – “This is a delectable and magnificent cigar… Balance. Balance. The phenomenal outcome of careful blending is balance. Nothing overpowers anything else.” Read the full review. May 3, 2011
Tobacconist
Return of a legend – “Bill Paley sits quietly, relaxed, with one leg crossed over the other… A smile easily creases his bearded face as he recounts his family history…” Download the full article. April, 2011
DogWatch Cigar Radio
Episode #324 – Cigar of the Week – Pasha from La Palina. Listen to the full show. April 30, 2011
Cigar Coop
Cigar Review: La Palina 1896 – “La Palina does it again – producing another winner… This is a cigar I would reach for again. The La Palina sticks are going to cost more than many cigars on the market, but you cannot put a price on quality.” Read the full review. April 21, 2011
Monocle
On a roll – “Now, more than 90 years after they were discontinued, La Palina cigars are back. Last year the company launched the ’1896′ limited-edition premium handmade cigar…” Download the full article. April, 2011
The Perfect Draw
La Palina The Alison Cigar Review – “The final two thirds of this cigar are absolutely awesome… If you haven’t had the chance to try one of these yet I would recommend you do so.” Read the full review. April 11, 2011
Cigar Dave Show
La Palina Interview – Cigar Dave, Bill Paley and Courtney Smith from La Palina discuss the La Palina’s history and “absolutely fantastic” cigars. Listen to the clips: clip 1, clip 2. April 9, 2011
CigarInfo.ru
La Palina Brand Revival – “La Palina cigar – premium hand-rolled, soft, elegant and graceful.” Read the translated article. April, 2011
Smoking Hot Cigar Chick
First Look: La Palina El Diario – “The blend features a Mexican Rosado wrapper along with two binders to give more complexity without an overwhelming strength… Elegance and balance always comes to mind when I think of La Palina and I am excited to welcome this new blend.” Read the full article. March, 2011
Cigar Coop
Cigar Preview: Update – La Palina El Diario – “La Palina El Diario – meaning “everyday smoke”… La Palina’s William Paley is intending this to be a cigar that one can reach for as a quality everyday cigar.” Read the full article. March 24, 2011
Puff.com
La Palina El Diario – “La Palina is releasing a new cigar meant for everyday smoking that comes with more of a wallet-friendly price tag. It’s called El Diario, and it will retail for around $10 per single…” Read the full article. March 4, 2011
Firecured
A Less Expensive La Palina Cigar – “Paley is releasing his first spinoff: La Palina El Diario. It will be a less expensive alternative to the core La Palina line… According to Paley, the new El Diario is in no way intended as a replacement for the original La Palina line, but as a complement.” Read the full article. March 3, 2011
American Idol
The 28th Annual William S. Paley Television Festival Presents “American Idol” – View the image gallery. March, 2011
Playboy Radio
Playboy Morning Show – “They’re so tasty… We love our La Palina cigars.” Listen to the clips: clip 1, clip 2. February, 2011
Smoking Hot Cigar Chick
La Palina: Alison Cigar Review – “La Palina has a story to tell. When I smoke a La Palina, I feel like a welcomed part of the Paley family, knowing that each cigar is dedicated to a family member and made to be an elegant smoke in their honor.” Watch the full review. February 3, 2011
DogWatch Cigar Radio
Cigar of the Week – La Palina Alison from the Family Series - “The naturally fermented, aged ligero filler is a highlight of this blend, creating a medium-bodied smoke with smooth, spicy notes.” Listen to the full show. January 8, 2011
The Cigar Nut
La Palina Ligero - “Once lit and roughly an inch into the smoke I was met with a nice spicy kick, wood, grass and a bitter sweet taste – nothing I could really pin down but some great early complexity.” Read the full article. January 27, 2011
Cigar Aficionado
La Palina - “La Palina is an old Cuban brand resurrected by Bill Paley, son of the founder of CBS.” Read the full article. February, 2011
Cigar Snob
La Palina Pasha - “…this medium bodied offering produces flavors of earth and roasted cashews with a hint of brown sugar. The draw and burn are perfect.” Read the full article. January, 2011
Fox News
La Palina Cigars: Carrying on Family Tradition - “Bill Paley on business in a modern environment and boosting sales” View the full interview. January 12, 2011
Watch Time
The Cigar that Built CBS - “…rich flavors of caramel, roasted nuts, chocolate and a dash of pepper build in complexity as it slowly burns, and leave a pleasantly spicy, cedary aroma.” Read the full article. February, 2011
Good Life Diaries
Ten Additions to the Humidor for 2010 - “Made by Graycliff in The Bahamas with tobaccos from Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras and Ecuador, these beautiful smokes deliver a flavor and aroma that is completely unique.” Read the full article. January 10, 2011
CigarMedia.tv
DogWatch Cigar Radio Podcast Episode #308 - “The Family Series is exquisitely constructed and beautifully presented… This mild-to-medium bodied blend is well balanced with a light and creamy taste that has a hint of both spice and sweetness on the finish.” Read the full article. January 8, 2011
Cigar Inspector
La Palina Alison - “The cigar becomes more and more complex and, well into the second third, black pepper – the main flavor so far – apart, there are notes of gingerbread, nuts and butter.” Read the full article. January 7, 2011
A Cigar Smoker
Top 15 Cigars of 2010 - “…the notes of the cigar are perfect for me. At the time of the review I referred to this stick as a desert island cigar and I still feel the same way about that today.” Read the full article. December 31, 2010
Playboy Radio
Playboy Morning Show - “These are amazing… this is no joke, these are nice cigars.” Listen to the clips: clip 1, clip 2, clip 3. December, 2010
Cigar Coop
2010 Cigar of the Year Countdown: #7 La Palina Family Series “Ligero” - “The La Palina Family Series is truly one of the revelations of 2010… The flavor notes are very unique – cedar spice, cashew nuts, cream, blackberry (yes blackberry), and herbal notes.” Read the full article. December 25, 2010
Cigar Insider
Cigar Insider’s Top Scores of the Year – La Palina The Little Bill, Bahamas, 92 View the full list. December 21, 2010
Examiner
Cigar review – La Palina ‘Alison’- “…the notes of wood and a bit of citrus merge together to form a pleasing aroma that gently wafts into your nose with a satisfying reaction, similar to the smell of hot apple cider on a cold day.” Read the full article. December 18, 2010
Smoke Magazine
La Palina Alison – “This baby came out kicking, but then started to settle down and offer a more floral bouquet. Ends like a sweet desert.” Read the full article. Volume 4, 2010
Cigar Insider
Tasting Report – The 1896 Limited Edition – “A rustic-looking cigar with some oils to the wrapper. It is notably salty on the palate, offering touches of nuts and caramel…” Read the full article. December 7, 2010
Black Ink
Weekend Provisions – “La Palina limited edition 1896 Robusto handmade cigars.” Read the full article. Winter, 2010
Black Book
Members Only – The Alison cigar by La Palina Cigars. Read the full article. December, 2010
Los Angeles Times Magazine
The 1st List – “Equally spicy and sweet, the Babe cigar – part of La Palina Family Series – is Bill Paley’s tribute to his oh so fashionable mother.” Read the full article. December 5, 2010
Yachting
Holiday at the End of the World – Read the full article. December, 2010
More
Naughty or Nice? Your Holiday Gift Guide – “‘Babe’ is socialite Babe Paley, whose father-in-law first imported La Palinas from Cuba. Now her son is reintroducing the name, with a Latin American blend.” Read the full article. December, 2010
A Cigar Smoker
Cigar Review: La Palina “The Pasha” – “An outstanding follow up to the limited series… this cigar is my perfect cigar in terms of the notes… this stick would be one of my desert island cigars.” Read the full article. November 15, 2010
Playboy
La Palina Alison Cigars – Download the full article. December, 2010
Modern Luxury
Past & Presents – Featured in Atlantan, CS, Dallas, DC, Manhattan, Miami & Riviera. Download the full article. November, 2010
CigarMedia.tv
The Arzt of Cigars – November Column – “The Paley party, atop the Paley Center for Media, an exquisite Richard Meier building was a tremendous success… And, of course, we smoked excellent La Palina cigars. It’s time you tried them.” Read the full article. November 1, 2010
Cigar Coop
Cigar Review: La Palina Alison – “Without question, this is clearly going to be in my Cigar of the Year running. The Alison is definitely a stick I would definitely splurge for.” Read the full article. October 28, 2010
Smoke Magazine Online
La Palina Debuts Family Series – “Two of the Family Series shapes… feature a delicately flavored Costa Rican wrapper and deliver a mild- to medium-bodied blend with a light and creamy taste with a hint of spice and sweetness on the finish.” Read the full article. October 18, 2010
CigarMedia.tv
15 October Column – “…There was a terrific “Pre Launch” reception on the roof of New York City’s Empire Hotel, where on a beautiful spring evening, Bill’s guests smoked (La Palina, of course) drank … and enjoyed a wide range of hors d’oeuvres…” Read the full article. October 15, 2010
Robb Report
Storied Smokes – “The Babe and Pasha sport Costa Rican wrappers, while the Little Bill and Allison have spicier, sun-grown Ecuadoran wrappers.” Read the full article. November, 2010
New York Social Diary
October 8, 2010 – “Paley told me that his grandparents used to tell him about the reader at their company… a man who sat and read books like The Count of Monte Cristo out loud while workers rolled their cigars.” Read the full article. October 8, 2010
Town & Country
Where did he hide my gift? – “La Palina Babe cigars – lapalinacigars.com” Read the full article. November, 2010
WhereTraveler
Secondhand Smoke – “Everything old is new again. The latest proof? Vintage La Palina cigars. In 1896 immigrant Samuel Paley opened Congress Cigar Company, naming the inaugural smoke ‘La Palina’ for his wife and putting her face on the label.” Read the full article. October, 2010
BTcigars.com
La Palina Alison – “I took a pre-light draw and was very pleased. The draw was perfect and the flavors that I got out of it was of a smooth tobacco taste. Upon lighting, I was immediately struck by how good the aroma smelled. Lots of smoke was already coming off of the cigar and the first initial puffs were spicy.” Read the full review. September 28, 2010
The Stogie Guys
Stogie Guys Friday Sampler CCVIII – “La Palina is introducing a Family Series that will retail for $18-23 per cigar. Cusano has moved into Davidoff USA’s new headquarters outside Tampa, and Camacho will be following soon.” Read the full article. September 24, 2010
Cigar Press Magazine
Cigar Info Guide – “[The 1896 has] a nice looking wrapper with a very clean taste on the pre-light draw. A slow and even burning cigar with excellent construction. There is a very rich aroma with a nice balance of flavors on the palate.” Download the full article. September, 2010
Cigar Insider
La Palina Cigars – “The first incarnation was the 1896, named for the year the original La Palina was created. The 1896 comes solely in the robusto format, measuring 4 3/4 by 52 ring gauge. What makes it special: A limited-edition run, with only 15,000 cigars made.” Download the full article. September 21, 2010
VOA News
Сигары La Palina собирают друзей – “После долгих лет отcутствия «семейной» марки, внук основателя табачного дела – Уильям Палей пригласил любителей табака на дегустацию давно забытого вкуса. На этой необычной дегустации побывали корреспонденты Русской службы «Голоса Америки».” Read the full article. September 9, 2010
The Smoking Hot Cigar Chick
Interview with Bill Paley of La Palina Cigars – “I had the opportunity to meet and speak with Bill Paley of La Palina cigars. What a great history behind this brand. And it was a beautiful smoke as well.” Watch the video. August, 2010
The Stogie Guys
Stogie News: More Tidbits from the IPCPR Trade Show – “Bill Paley told us about the La Palina Family Blend, which was debuting only a few months after the Limited Edition 1896 Robusto. The four shapes are each named after a family member.” Read the full article, part one and two. August 18, 2010
Examiner
La Palina Limited Edition 1896 Robusto – cigar review – “La Palina’s Limited Edition 1896 is a good looking cigar. It’s a smooth, smoke with a bit of spice that picks up in the second half and carries to the end. The final third introduces a flavor reminiscent of a dark roasted coffee.” Read the full article. August 13, 2010
Cigar Aficionado
Thursday Report: More Smoke From New Orleans – “La Palinas, made by Graycliff for Bill Paley, now have four new sizes. I puffed on a La Palina Alison while talking to Paley … I found the Alison very pleasant.” Read the full article. August 12, 2010
Examiner
Five favorite cigars of 2010 – La Palina Limited Edition 1896 Robusto. Read the full article. August 7, 2010
Smoke
La Palina Rebooted – “This is a cigar story; a story of rebirth. It involves one of the best-known corporations in America and an iconic cigar brand from the turn of the last century. The inspiration for the revival of the brand was all about family. One of America’s most prominent.” Download full article. Summer, 2010
Smoke
La Palina 1896 – The La Palina Limited Edition 1896 Robusto received a score of 93 in the August issue of Smoke Magazine. For full details, please download the full article. August, 2010
Examiner
La Palina 1896 Robusto scores 93 in Smoke Magazine – “…the La Palina Limited Edition 1896 Robusto scored a 93 in the August issue of Smoke Magazine. The 1896 Robusto (4.75 x 52) comes with an Ecuadorian wrapper, Costa Rican binder and Honduran and Nicaraguan filler.” Read the full article. August 4, 2010
Vanity Fair
Now We’re Smokin’ – “William C. Paley, the son of CBS founder William S. Paley and fashion icon Babe Paley, is relaunching the La Palina cigar brand, founded by his tobacconist grandfather, Samuel, in 1896.” Download the full article. August, 2010
DC Magazine
It’s a Wrap! – “Determined to satisfy a rising demand for premium cigars, Paley set out to buy back the rights to his grandfather’s best-selling brand and make it his own. He enlisted Fidel Castro’s personal cigar roller and the Limited Edition ’1896′ collection was born.” Download the full article. July, 2010
Cigar Reader
La Palina’s DC Launch with W. Curtis Draper – “The launch of La Palina has been a nationwide affair. The Washington, DC event, held with W. Curtis Draper at Morton’s, was particularly well attended, with the celebrities of the Beltway turning out for the occasion.” Read the full article. July 1, 2010
NBC Washington
Media Tycoon Bill Paley: “I’m Going Back to MyRoots” – “Media tycoon Bill Paley, whose father founded CBS, said he was embracing his roots during the recent release party for La Pelina Cigars at Morton’s. Paley recently decided to re-release the cigar brand that his grandfather started in 1896.” Read the full article. June 28, 2010
The Stogie Review
Review – La Palina 1896 – “…you won’t be disappointed. You really have to treat the 1896 like its a lady. You can’t just jump in and try to fit her into your schedule. You have to be patient, get to know her and then she will reward you.” Read the full article. June 28, 2010
The Stogie Review
La Palina Launch – Washington DC – “‘I’m the happiest man in the world’ are the first words from Bill Paley as he takes a moment to address the crowd of 200 guests invited to the La Palina Cigars launch event in Washington DC. Luckily enough, I was one of those 200 guests.” Read the full article. June 22, 2010
Ubi Cigar
Cigar Review – La Palina Limited Edition 1896 – “This cigar is well-described by La Paulina … they don’t lie about the quality. If I were them, I’d be excited as well. This cigar was a happy experience for me…” Read the full article. June 22, 2010
The Stogie Guys
Stogie News: Win Free Tickets to La Palina Re-Launch – “StogieGuys.com is pleased to announce that we have secured two pairs of tickets to the exclusive La Palina re-launch on Thursday. The event, held at Morton’s in Washington, DC, will feature cocktails, canapés, and La Palina cigars.” Read the full article. June 22, 2010
New York Social Diary
Everything Old is New Again – “The name “La Palina” has great significance in the Paley family fortunes for it was the brand of cigar that Sam Paley (grandfather of this night’s host) began manufacturing in Philadelphia at the beginning of the 20th century.” Read the full article. June 21, 2010
The Wall Street Journal
’1896′ Lights Up Launch Party – “The cigars seemed particularly popular at the rooftop launch party. Women in short, tight black dresses offered up cigars to guests. Many of the men who mingled tried to smuggle a few extra cigars to take home ‘for later.’” Read the full article. June 21, 2010
A Cigar Smoker
Cigar Review: La Palina 1896 – “The cigar had a perfect draw, and a firm dark ash that held on well. The cigar produced massive amounts of smoke and its aroma was delightful … these cigars should get even better with some age on them.” Read the full article. June 21, 2010
New York Post
Paley’s Puffin’ on new biz – “It was the launch party for Bill’s cigar brand La Palina, first introduced by his grandfather in 1896. Bill’s dad, William S. Paley, left the business to get into broadcasting, leading to the birth of CBS.” Download the full article. June 20, 2010
Cigar Media TV
La Palina & Goldie Paley Capture NYC – “Paley collaborated with the late Avelino Lara of Cohiba fame, and Paolo Garzaroli of Graycliff – Lara’s last employer, in the Bahamas, to bring back the famed and highly successful turn of the century cigar.” Read the full article. June 19, 2010
A Cigar Smoker
Event: La Palina Launch – “It seems that the cigar gods were on the side of William C. Paley, owner of the La Palina brand as you could not of asked for a more perfect night to enjoy cocktails, canapes, and cigars.” Read the full article. June 19, 2010
Examiner
La Palina Cigars Launch Event – “I mingled with the A-List of New York Cigar people such as Ron Melendi from De La Concha, Bob Morrison Sales Rep, Michael Herklots from Davidoff NYC, and David Savona from Cigar Aficionado … I had a chance to speak with William Paley briefly and he was one of the most warm and genuine people I have met in a long time. I am sure the cigars will be nothing short of a success.” Read the full article. June 19, 2010
Haute Living
Out of the Humidor: La Palina 1896 Limited Edition – “A blend of tobaccos from Nicaragua, Honduras, Costa Rica and Ecuador the cigar smokes with wonderful finesse offering a rich, balanced smoke that surely his father and grandfather would be proud of.” Read the full article. June 17, 2010
WWD Eyescoop
Bill Paley Jr. Lights Up – “I just wanted to do something that my mother and father would have been proud of,” Paley says. “They were both great arbiters of taste and sophistication. I can only hope that it would meet their approval. I think it would.” Read the full article. June 17, 2010
Dan the Cigar Guy
La Palina re-enters the market – “June 15th 2010 saw the re-release of the La Palina brand, a small piece of American history. The first offering from this new-old brand is the 1896. This premium cigar features top-notch long-aged tobaccos in a 4 country blend hand-rolled by master artisans.” Read the full article. June 17, 2010
Thrillist
If You’ve Got ‘Em: La Palina Cigars – “A signature stoge packed with a blend of Honduran/Nicaraguan tobacco, a binder from Costa Rica, and an Ecuadorian wrapper – appropriate, as everyone knows that giving up smoking is for Quitos.” Read the full article. June 14, 2010
Cigar Insider
Vintage La Palina Brand Revived by Bill Paley – Next week, La Palina cigar will make its revival debut in New York City. The brand first appeared in 1896 via the Congress Cigar Co., an American cigar manufacturer founded by Paley’s grandfather, Samuel.” Download the full article. June 8, 2010
The Bahamas Weekly
William C. Paley & La Palina cigar – “Bill is currently focused on the ‘rebirth’ of a cigar called La Palina. In that sense, Paley is returning to his roots. La Palina, a very successful product of Grandfather Samuel Paley’s Congress Cigar Company, might well be identified as the ‘start of it all.’” Read the full article. June 7, 2010
Cigar Aficionado
Bill Paley Revives Vintage La Palina Brand – “You may associate the Paley name with William S. Paley, veteran broadcaster and founder of CBS. But his son Bill has decided to go in a different direction and return to his family’s roots not through broadcasting, but by getting into the cigar business and resurrecting an old family label.” Read the full article. June 3, 2010
The Daily Caller
William C. Paley & La Palina cigar – “Working with Lara, the pair went through eleven (11) blends before arriving at the taste and strength that suited Bill’s palate and met his standards. Had Lara lived to see the presentation of La Palina to the trade and to the public, he would have acknowledged he was very proud of what the two had accomplished.” Read the full article. June 3, 2010
New York Daily News
meanwhile… – “When is a cigar not just a cigar? When it’s the work of Bill Paley, the son and namsake of CBS founder William S. Paley. At a June 17 party on the Pool Deck terrace of the Empire Hotel, Paley will relaunch the La Palina cigar brand, which was initially introduced by his grandfather Sam Paley, founder of the Congress Cigar Co., in 1896. Download the full article. June 2, 2010
