Franca Comparetto
@franca-comparetto.bsky.social
Sensory science (master) | professional taster | Slow Food | CEO at cigarsense.com
I care for cigars | good, clean and fair food | non human animal welfare
I care for cigars | good, clean and fair food | non human animal welfare
Reposted by Franca Comparetto
Step-by-step troubleshooting guide to help you improve the detection of natural cigar flavors
www.cigarsense.com/why-you-cant...
www.cigarsense.com/why-you-cant...
Why you can't taste flavors in cigars (and how to fix it)
Did you ever ask yourself why you can’t recognize flavor notes in your cigars? Have you ever wondered how to actually start tasting something
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August 14, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Step-by-step troubleshooting guide to help you improve the detection of natural cigar flavors
www.cigarsense.com/why-you-cant...
www.cigarsense.com/why-you-cant...
Reposted by Franca Comparetto
We don't need to be told what to like and what to buy, we just need someone to help us say what we already love. And help us understand why in our own language.
May 2, 2025 at 4:07 PM
We don't need to be told what to like and what to buy, we just need someone to help us say what we already love. And help us understand why in our own language.
Reposted by Franca Comparetto
Becoming part of the Cigar Sense panel is a serious commitment, but it’s also a path to scientifically grounded tasting skills.
www.cigarsense.com/how-to-join-...
Photo: Maurizio Odiardo
www.cigarsense.com/how-to-join-...
Photo: Maurizio Odiardo
How to join the Cigar Sense panel
Embarking on a transformative journey from novice to expert taster who empower others in discovering the cigar characteristics they'll love.
www.cigarsense.com
April 10, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Becoming part of the Cigar Sense panel is a serious commitment, but it’s also a path to scientifically grounded tasting skills.
www.cigarsense.com/how-to-join-...
Photo: Maurizio Odiardo
www.cigarsense.com/how-to-join-...
Photo: Maurizio Odiardo
Reposted by Franca Comparetto
Everyone’s palate is unique - this is why a calibrated sensory panel is the most effective tool to guide others with confidence.
www.cigarsense.com/how-to-join-...
www.cigarsense.com/how-to-join-...
April 10, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Everyone’s palate is unique - this is why a calibrated sensory panel is the most effective tool to guide others with confidence.
www.cigarsense.com/how-to-join-...
www.cigarsense.com/how-to-join-...
Reposted by Franca Comparetto
We just updated our unique take on cigar rankings, one that goes beyond marketing and focuses on what truly matters to discerning cigar lovers.
A different approach to top cigar rankings
Have you ever splurged on a highly rated cigar, expecting perfection, only to feel… underwhelmed? It’s easy to assume the rating was wrong, but the
www.cigarsense.com
March 6, 2025 at 5:32 PM
We just updated our unique take on cigar rankings, one that goes beyond marketing and focuses on what truly matters to discerning cigar lovers.
Reposted by Franca Comparetto
Here you can discover a new way to rank cigars: www.cigarsense.com/a-different-...
A different approach to top cigar rankings
Have you ever splurged on a highly rated cigar, expecting perfection, only to feel… underwhelmed? It’s easy to assume the rating was wrong, but the
www.cigarsense.com
March 6, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Here you can discover a new way to rank cigars: www.cigarsense.com/a-different-...
Reposted by Franca Comparetto
Important note:
This list isn’t personalized to you. For example, David checked the top 3 cigars on this list and realized they didn’t align with his preferences at all – luckily, he double-checked before buying some of those!
This list isn’t personalized to you. For example, David checked the top 3 cigars on this list and realized they didn’t align with his preferences at all – luckily, he double-checked before buying some of those!
March 6, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Important note:
This list isn’t personalized to you. For example, David checked the top 3 cigars on this list and realized they didn’t align with his preferences at all – luckily, he double-checked before buying some of those!
This list isn’t personalized to you. For example, David checked the top 3 cigars on this list and realized they didn’t align with his preferences at all – luckily, he double-checked before buying some of those!
Not all 'Top Cigars lists' are created equal.
December 23, 2024 at 7:38 PM
Not all 'Top Cigars lists' are created equal.
Reposted by Franca Comparetto
Leggo commenti che sembrano espressi per partito preso e senza una lettura approfondita dell’argomento. Non mi piace, non mi piace per niente.
December 16, 2024 at 12:52 PM
Leggo commenti che sembrano espressi per partito preso e senza una lettura approfondita dell’argomento. Non mi piace, non mi piace per niente.
Past the hills of Barbaresco, in Treiso, there's a place where Carlo Petrini, founder of the Slow Food movement, planted the seeds for what would become an international movement for the defense of and right to pleasure, and for the good, clean and fair food for everyone.
December 15, 2024 at 9:32 AM
Past the hills of Barbaresco, in Treiso, there's a place where Carlo Petrini, founder of the Slow Food movement, planted the seeds for what would become an international movement for the defense of and right to pleasure, and for the good, clean and fair food for everyone.
Sensory analysis of truffles, led by Stefano Cometti, head of the sensory judges at the International Center for Truffle Studies, Alba (Italy).
Did you know that when it comes to truffles, "intensity" carries a negative connotation? Instead, say strength...
Did you know that when it comes to truffles, "intensity" carries a negative connotation? Instead, say strength...
December 15, 2024 at 9:29 AM
Sensory analysis of truffles, led by Stefano Cometti, head of the sensory judges at the International Center for Truffle Studies, Alba (Italy).
Did you know that when it comes to truffles, "intensity" carries a negative connotation? Instead, say strength...
Did you know that when it comes to truffles, "intensity" carries a negative connotation? Instead, say strength...
PuroMotivo Torino Cigar Club dinner.
Nicola Di Nunzio took us down memory lane with a photo of the 2008-2009 catadores class. It's always so great to meet all and see how many went on to share their passion as teachers or content creators themselves.
Nicola Di Nunzio took us down memory lane with a photo of the 2008-2009 catadores class. It's always so great to meet all and see how many went on to share their passion as teachers or content creators themselves.
December 15, 2024 at 9:22 AM
PuroMotivo Torino Cigar Club dinner.
Nicola Di Nunzio took us down memory lane with a photo of the 2008-2009 catadores class. It's always so great to meet all and see how many went on to share their passion as teachers or content creators themselves.
Nicola Di Nunzio took us down memory lane with a photo of the 2008-2009 catadores class. It's always so great to meet all and see how many went on to share their passion as teachers or content creators themselves.