out of production old and unpopular cigars

I stumbled onto several boxes of Don Juan Platinum 7x48 churchills several years ago. They are no longer in production. The sticker on the box is marked 2005. When I looked them up in Perelman's I couldn't find them in the 2004 edition, but found them in the 1999 edition. They have been Dominican - then Nicaraguan filled, depending on the year (?). Mine seem to have the natural Connecticut wrapper, and not my favorite CBLM- but very tasty. The "barnyard" aroma was present and appreciated when they aged cellophane was removed. My batch did not have the aged patina or plume yet, maybe due to the cellophane?
They were very tasty nonetheless and had a sweet leathery flavor when chewed and smoked. I would consider it to be a mild bodied cigar. The construction was also excellent. The finish was medium.

I wouldn't say that older is always better, but find great consolation in the aging of inexpensive cigars and improving their taste and value.

Ran into a study suggesting that cognitive decline is faster in aging "smokers" than the general population. How much? What type? cigarettes only? Exercise and educational attainment also appear to play a role. What about those of us who maintain intellectual function with good conversation while enjoying a stogie?

Staying sharp: New study uncovers how people maintain cognitive function in old age author not listed