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 Especial No.2 - 25 cigars
779,00 $The Montecristo Especial No.2 is a well-balanced Habano, a medium Laguito No.2, 6" (152mm) long, of 38 ring gauge, and comes in a cabinet of 25 cigars. Más información -
Montecristo Linea 1935 Dumas - 20 cigars
949,00 $The Montecristo Dumas, the smallest of the premium Linea 1935 series, is a beautiful medium-full Corona Extra, of 49 ring gauge and 5.1” (130mm) long. Más información -
Montecristo No.2 - 25 cigars
899,00 $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. Más información -
Montecristo 80 Aniversario - 20 cigars
1.249,00 $Sin existencias
The Montecristo 80 Aniversario is a commemorative release, a strong Double Robusto, 55 ring gauge and 6.5” (165 mm) long and comes in a box 20 cigars. Más información -
Montecristo A Cabinet - 25 cigars
1.749,00 $Sin existencias
The Montecristo A is a spectacular Habano, a medium-full Gran Corona, 9.3” (235mm) long, of 47 ring gauge, and comes in a wooden cabinet of 25 cigars. Más información -
Montecristo Double Edmundo - 25 cigars
819,00 $Sin existencias
The Montecristo Double Edmundo is a strong Cuban, a medium-full Robusto Extra, 6.1” (155mm) long, of 50 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 25 cigars. Más información -
Montecristo Edmundo - 25 cigars
889,00 $Sin existencias
The Montecristo Edmundo is a cigar more powerful than it looks, of 52 ring gauge, 5.3” (135mm) long and comes in a box of 25 cigars. Even if it packs a punch, it is smoother than most other Montecristos. It is a very round and balanced smoke of medium to full body, with a flavor profile typical Montecristo. Más información -
Montecristo Especial - 25 cigars
849,00 $Sin existencias
The Montecristo Especial No.2 is a classic Habano, a medium to full Laguito No.1, 7.6” (192mm) long, of 38 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 25 cigars. Más información -
Montecristo Gran Piramides Coleccion Habanos 2017 - 20 cigars
7.999,00 $Sin existencias
The Montecristo Gran Pirámides Colección Habanos 2017 is a beefier version of the classic Montecristo No.2 at 6.25” (160mm) by 57 ring gauge & comes in a distinctive book-shaped box which contains 20 perfect cigars. Only 2,000 of them have been made by Habanos, and each box is numbered. This elegant item will surely stand out in a true aficionado’s collection. The cigar itself is a perfectly rolled Medium to Full pyramid, using Montecristo’s finest blend of tobacco to create an unforgettable smoking experience. Más información -
Montecristo Linea 1935 Leyenda - 20 cigars
1.249,00 $Sin existencias
The Montecristo Leyenda, the biggest of the Linea 1935 series, competing with the legendary Behike, is masterpiece, of 55 ring gauge and 6’5” (165mm) long. Más información -
Montecristo Linea 1935 Maltes - 20 cigars
1.099,00 $Sin existencias
The Montecristo Maltés, part of the Linea 1935 series, is a complex medium-full Habanos, with 53 ring gauge, 6.0” (153mm) long and comes in box of 20 cigars. Más información -
Montecristo No.1 - 25 cigars
699,00 $Sin existencias
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. Más información -
Montecristo Open Eagle - 20 cigars
649,00 $Sin existencias
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. Más información -
Montecristo Supremos Limited Edition 2019 - 25 cigars
1.249,00 $Sin existencias
The Montecristo Supremos is one of the 3 Habano Limited Editions of 2019, a thick 55 x 5.12” (130mm). It is surely the most awaited EL from 2019, with its perfect construction, its powerful body (medium to full) and rich flavors of earth, spices, chocolate and coffee. The fact that they come in an elegant bright yellow varnished luxury box also adds to the character of this cigar. This is the thickest Montecristo in the line-up and it will surely won’t go unnoticed by aficionados. Más información -
Montecristo Wide Edmundo - 25 cigars
799,00 $Sin existencias
Announced in 2021 but released in October 2022, The Montecristo Wide Edmundo (4 ⅞ inches by 54 ring gauge) is akin to a fat robusto and part of the current production line-up. Cuban cigar aficionados were all pleasantly surprised by its uniqueness compared to other Montecristo cigars, making it a must-have for aficionados. The construction is impeccable and leaves a strong impression, raising hopes for consistent quality in future experiences. It delivers typical Montecristo flavors, including rancid, raisined, Jerez wine notes in the last third, along with leather, molasses, wood, and dried fruit throughout the smoke. Overall, it is renowned as a phenomenal and lovely cigar, offering abundant flavor and complexity, ensuring an enjoyable smoking experience. Más información
