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 Edmundo - 25 cigars
$889.00The 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. Learn More -
Montecristo Especial No.2 - 25 cigars
$779.00The 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. Learn More -
Montecristo No.3 - 25 cigars (packs of 5)
$649.00The Montecristo No.3 is a creamy and complex underrated cigar, of Corona format, of 42 ring gauge, 5.6” (142mm) long and comes in 5 packs of 5 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 80 Aniversario - 20 cigars
$1,249.00Out of stock
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. Learn More -
Montecristo A Cabinet - 25 cigars
$1,749.00Out of stock
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. Learn More -
Montecristo Churchills Anejados - 25 cigars
$519.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Churchills Anejados is a refined and aged Habano, a Julieta No.2, 7" (178mm) long, of 47 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 25 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo Double Edmundo - 15 cigars (packs of 3)
$529.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Double Edmundo is a medium-full Robusto Extra, a 6.1” (155mm) long by 50 ring gauge, and comes in 5 packs of 3 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo Double Edmundo - 25 cigars
$869.00Out of stock
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. Learn More -
Montecristo Double Edmundo Travel Humidor - 10 cigars
$599.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Double Edmundo Travel Humidor is a rare item that will please the collectors. There are 10 beautiful 6.1" by 50 ring gauge in each humidor. Only 10,000 humidors have been made, only intended for Duty-Free and Travel Retail points of sales. The cigars themselves are the classic Robusto Extra from the Edmundo linea series, which have an amazing medium-full profile, with plenty of wood, cream and spices. This humidor is the perfect companion for the traveler aficionado. Learn More -
Montecristo Especial - 25 cigars
$849.00Out of stock
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. Learn More -
Montecristo Gran Piramides Coleccion Habanos 2017 - 20 cigars
$7,999.00Out of stock
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. Learn More -
Montecristo Linea 1935 Dumas - 20 cigars
$949.00Out of stock
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. Learn More -
Montecristo Linea 1935 Leyenda - 20 cigars
$1,249.00Out of stock
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. Learn More -
Montecristo Linea 1935 Maltes - 20 cigars
$1,099.00Out of stock
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. Learn More -
Montecristo No.1 - 25 cigars
$749.00Out 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 - 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
$649.00Out 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 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 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 Petit Edmundo - 25 cigars
$649.00Out 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
