Montecristo
Year of foundation: 1935
Tobacco Country: Cuba
Tobacco Procedence: Vuelta Abajo (Pinar del Rio)
Factory: H. Upmann
Inspired by the famous novel The Count of Montecristo written by Alexandre Dumas, reportedly very popular among the torcedores in Cuba, who would listen the lector reading the tribulation of Edmond Dantes aka The Count of Montecristo, while rolling the cigars in the factory. Therefore, the brand uses many references from the book, such as the six swords surrounding a fleur-de-lis, or the name of some popular vitolas such as the Edmundos series.
Montecristo was established in 1935 by Alonso Menéndez and with the help from British marketing expert Albert Dunhill, it quickly became one of the most sold brand in the world, still accounting for up to 25% of total Habanos SA’s worldwide cigar sales: simply the best-selling Cuban brand. There is also a Dominican Montecristo cigar brand that was started after the Cuban revolution. However, the original brand is Cuban Montecristo that is mentioned here.
The best selling cigars are the Montecristo No.2, the Montecristo No.4 and the Montecristo Edmundo series. The strength is relatively medium across the board, and Montecristo’s rolling quality is simply the benchmark for any Cuban cigar.
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Montecristo No.1 - 25 cigars
$699.00Out of stock
The Montecristo No.1 is of Lonsdale format, or Cervantes, 42 ring gauge and 6.5 inches (165mm) in length. As opposed to No.2 and the No.4, the No.1 is little known, and this is a shame because this little stogie packs a true Montecristo experience in a perfectly rolled cigar. It is also a pretty strong smoke, oscillating between a medium and a medium to full bodied cigar. It is nevertheless very creamy and smooth. There are lots of earth, cedar, tobacco flavors as you would expect from a Cuban cigar, but there are also many other flavors, such as strong nuts, all kind fruits, some citrus, chocolate, vanilla. Everything works well together; the balance of flavors is always under control. This is a cigar that worth a try, especially when it is 2 years of age. Learn More -
Montecristo No.2 - 10 cigars
$329.00Out of stock
The Montecristo No.2 is a mythical Habano, an incredible medium to full Pyramid, 6.1” (156mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 10 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo No.2 - 15 cigars (packs of 3)
$479.00Out of stock
The Montecristo No.2 is probably the best Habano, a medium to full Pyramid, 6.1” (156mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in 5 packs of 3 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo No.2 - 25 cigars
$899.00Out of stock
The Montecristo No.2 is a living Cuban legend, a medium to full Pyramid, 6.1” (156mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 25 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo No.3 - 25 cigars
$419.00Out of stock
The Montecristo No.3 is the missing link in Montecristo’s lineup, of Corona format, of 42 ring gauge, 5.6” (142mm) long and comes in a box 25 cigars. It is slightly bigger than the Montecristo No.4 but smaller than the No.1, two very famous cigars. Therefore, it creates a bridge between the two, it has the same ring gauge as the No.4 but slightly longer. It benefits from the usual Montecristo quality and flavor profile, lots of coffee, earthiness and wood. It is a beautiful Corona that can both appeal to experimented smokers and to the beginners. Learn More -
Montecristo No.3 - 25 cigars (packs of 5)
$419.00Out of stock
The Montecristo No.3 is a creamy and complex underrated cigar, of Corona format, of 42 ring gauge, 5.6” (142mm) long and comes in a box 25 cigars. It is slightly bigger than the Montecristo No.4 but smaller than the No.1, two very famous cigars. Therefore, it creates a bridge between the two, it has the same ring gauge as the No.4 but slightly longer. It benefits from the usual Montecristo quality and flavor profile, lots of coffee, earthiness and wood. It is a beautiful Corona that can both appeal to experimented smokers and to the beginners.. Learn More -
Montecristo No.4 - 25 cigars
$449.00Out of stock
The Montecristo No.4 is a Cuban all-star, it is a marvelous medium to full Corona, of 42 ring gauge, 5.1” (129mm) long and comes in a box 25 cigars. A Cuban classic, as it is the standard against which any petit corona or mareva released by Habanos are compared to. Its flavor profile is very rich , its almost perfect construction and it ages very well. Learn More -
Montecristo No.4 - 25 cigars (5 by 5 packs)
$449.00Out of stock
The world famous Montecristo No.4 is a must-try. It is a stunning medium to full Petit Corona, of 42 ring gauge, 5.1” (129mm) long and comes in a pack of 5 cigars as 25 cigar pack. A Cuban classic, as it is the standard against which any petit corona or mareva released by Habanos are compared to. Its flavor profile is very rich , its almost perfect construction and it ages very well. Learn More -
Montecristo No.5 - 25 cigars
$349.00Out of stock
The Montecristo No.5 is a powerful and rich little gem, of Perla format, of 40 ring gauge, 4" (102mm) long and comes in a box of 25 cigars. Habanos managed to pack all the typical Montecristo flavors in a perfectly constructed short cigar, which taste is reminiscent of those of its bigger brothers. Learn More -
Montecristo No.5 - 25 cigars (packs of 5)
$349.00Out of stock
The Montecristo No.5 is a true small jewel medium to full Habano, of Perla format, of 40 ring gauge, 4" (102mm) long and comes in a box of 25 cigars. Habanos managed to pack all the typical Montecristo flavors in a perfectly constructed short cigar, which taste is reminiscent of those of its bigger brothers. Learn More -
Montecristo Open Eagle - 20 cigars
$649.00Out of stock
The Montecristo OPEN Eagle is a mellow and savory Habano, of Geniales format, of 54 ring gauge, 5.9” (150mm) long and comes in a box of 20 cigars. As all cigars from the OPEN series, this stogie is targeting cigar enthusiasts that enjoy smoking while doing an outdoor activity, be it for golfing, sailing or anything else. It is a great morning cigar as it is mild with yet typical Cuban taste of wood, spices and cream. Learn More -
Montecristo Open Eagle Tubos - 15 cigars (packs of 3)
$449.00Out of stock
The Montecristo OPEN Eagle is a mild to medium yet rich cigar, of Geniales format, of 54 ring gauge, 5.9” (150mm) long and comes in a box of 15 tubes. As all cigars from the OPEN series, this stogie is targeting cigar enthusiasts that enjoy smoking while doing an outdoor activity, be it for golfing, sailing or anything else. It is a great morning cigar as it is mild with yet typical Cuban taste of wood, spices and cream. Learn More -
Montecristo Open Master - 20 cigars
$549.00Out of stock
The Montecristo OPEN Master is a mellow yet very rich Habano, of Robusto format, of 50 ring gauge, 4.9” (124mm) long and comes in a box of 20 cigars. Like other cigars from the OPEN series, this stogie is targeting aficionados that wish to smoke while doing an outdoor activity, and any inexperienced smokers. It is a cigar of a lighter blend compared to the usual vitolas from Montecristo, but it is of Montecristo standard nevertheless. It is a robusto size cigar that is ideal as a morning smoke or as a complementary companion for delicate wines and spirits. Its smooth character generates plenty of rich flavors of wood and tobacco and just the right amount of spice and bitterness. One can also detect here and there some hints of cocoa, of coffee, citrus and of nuts. Learn More -
Montecristo Open Master Tubos - 15 cigars (packs of 3)
$449.00Out of stock
The Montecristo OPEN Master Tubos is a beautiful and accessible Habano, of Robusto format, of 50 ring gauge, 4.9” (124mm) long and comes in 15 aluminum tubes. Like other cigars from the OPEN series, this stogie is targeting aficionados that wish to smoke while doing an outdoor activity, and any inexperienced smokers. It is a cigar of a lighter blend compared to the usual vitolas from Montecristo, but it is of Montecristo standard nevertheless. It is a robusto size cigar that is ideal as a morning smoke or as a complementary companion for delicate wines and spirits. Its smooth character generates plenty of rich flavors of wood and tobacco and just the right amount of spice and bitterness. One can also detect here and there some hints of cocoa, of coffee, citrus and of nuts. Learn More -
Montecristo Open Regata - 20 cigars
$429.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Open Regata is a perfect short medium cigar, of Forum format, of 46 ring gauge, 5.3” (135mm) long and comes in a box of 20 cigars. Released in 2009 as part of the Open Series, intended for golf players, sailing or fishing aficionados, it is a beautiful cigar that is mellower than the regular cigars of the brand. Its mild tobacco flavor, the rich white pepper, its woodiness and savory woody cedar flavor make it an amazing pre-lunch smoke. Those cigars also benefit from at least 2 years of aging as they will mellow out and offer more complexity in terms of flavors. Perfect for a summer day. Learn More -
Montecristo Petit Edmundo - 25 cigars
$599.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Petit Edmundo is a small and a powerful Habano, of Petit Robusto format, 52 ring gauge, 4.3” (110mm) long and comes in box of 25 cigars. It is basically a shorter Edmundo, with a different flavor profile though, due to the different blend used for this cigar. Nevertheless, it keeps this unique Montecristo profile, and it is a powerful cigar. Learn More -
Montecristo Petit Edmundo Tubos - 15 cigars (packs of 3)
$459.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Petit Edmundo is a strong and rich Petit Robusto, of 52 ring gauge, 4.3” (110mm) long and comes in aluminum tubes in a box of 15 cigars. It is basically a shorter Edmundo, with a different flavor profile though, due to the different blend used for this cigar. Nevertheless, it keeps this unique Montecristo profile, and it is a powerful cigar. Learn More -
Montecristo Petit No.2 - 25 cigars
$599.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Petit No.2 is a nice small Cuban, a medium-full Petit Pyramid, 4.7” (120mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 25 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo Petit No.2 Tubos (packs of 3) - 15 cigars
$319.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Petit No.2 is a medium-full Petit Pyramid, 4.7” (120mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in aluminum tubes in a box of 15 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo Petit Tubos - 25 cigars
$409.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Petit Tubos is an accessible and delicious Mareva, of 42 ring gauge, 5.1” (129mm) long and comes in a box of 25 cigars in aluminum tubes. While sharing the same dimensions as the Montecristo No.4, it remains somewhat different, a little bit more elegant and with its own flavor profile. Its perfect construction and its medium body let the aficionado enjoy the beautiful flavors of earth, coffee, cream, leather, and some herbal freshness. This cigar is a great pick for a quick smoke on the go, or for a first Cuban experience. Learn More
