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.2 - 3 cigars
$99.00The Montecristo No.2 is probably the best Habano, a medium to full Pyramid, 6.1” (156mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in a pack of 3 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo Mini - 100 cigars (packs of 20)
$99.00The Montecristo Mini is a strong and delicious cigarrito, of 20 ring gauge and 3.2” (82mm) long. It comes in 5 packs of 20 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo Mini - 100 cigars (packs of 10)
$99.00The Montecristo Mini is a bold and tasty cigarrito, of 20 ring gauge and 3.2” (82.55mm) long. It comes in 10 packs of 10 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo Media Corona - 25 cigars
$329.00The Montecristo Media Corona is a medium-full short Habano, a Half-Corona, 3.5” (90mm) long, of 44 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 25 cigars. As other newer cigars, Habanos released this very short vitola (the shortest hand rolled cigar along with the H Upmann Half Corona), that fits perfectly the need for customers to enjoy a Cuban cigar in a short time. This vitola is totally hand made with long filler, using leaves from Vuelta Abajo, known for producing the best tobacco leaves in the world, in the region of Pinar del Rio. As expected from Montecristo, the Media Corona is perfectly rolled, a great draw and smokes beautifully. It is a bit more powerful than other Montecristos, because of its shorter length, so expect a body ranging from a medium to a medium-to-full. The flavor profile is typical of Montecristo, sweetness, cream, cedar, nuts, floral notes and coffee. It is a beautiful cigar that should be a hit among Cuban cigar aficionados. Learn More -
Montecristo Joyitas - 25 cigars
Regular Price: $339.00
Special Price $299.00
The Montecristo Joyitas is a delicious little Habano, a medium-full Laguito No.3, 4.5” (115mm) long, of 26 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 25 cigars. 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 Edmundo - 3 cigars
$99.00The Montecristo Edmundo is a cigar more powerful than it looks, of 52 ring gauge, 5.3” (135mm) long and comes in a pack of 3 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 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 Club - 100 cigars (packs of 20)
$109.00 As low as: $99.00The Montecristo Club is a strong cigarillo, of earthy flavors, of 22 ring gauge and 3.75” (96mm) long. It comes in 5 packs of 20 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo Wide Edmundo - 25 cigars
$799.00Out of stock
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. Learn More -
Montecristo Wide Edmundo - 10 cigars
$349.00Out of stock
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. Learn More -
Montecristo Tubos - 25 cigars
$569.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Tubos is a delicious medium-full Corona Grande, 6.1” (155mm) long, of 42 ring gauge, and comes in aluminum tubes in a box of 25 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo Tubos - 15 cigars (packs of 3)
$149.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Tubos is a tasty medium to full Corona Grande, 6” (155mm) long, of 42 ring gauge, and comes in aluminum tubes in 5 packs of 3 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo Supremos Limited Edition 2019 - 25 cigars
$1,249.00Out of stock
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. Learn More -
Montecristo Short Limited Edition Humidor 2021 - 50 cigars
$119.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Short 2021 Limited Edition comes in an elegant lacquered humidor nesting 50 cigarillos. A great short smoke for typical Montecristo flavors under 15 minutes. Learn More -
Montecristo Puritos - 50 cigars (packs of 5)
$79.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Puritos is a strong yet creamy machine-made cigarrito, 4.2” (109mm) long, of 27 ring gauge, and comes in 10 packs of 5 cigars Learn More -
Montecristo Puritos - 25 cigars
$49.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Puritos is a strong yet creamy machine-made cigarrito, 4.2” (109mm) long, of 27 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 25 cigars. Learn More -
Montecristo Petit Tubos - 3 cigars
$79.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Petit Tubos is an affordable and tasty Mareva, of 42 ring gauge, 5.1” (129mm) long and comes in a pack of 3 cigars. 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 or as a first Cuban experience. Learn More -
Montecristo Petit Tubos - 25 cigars (packs of 5)
$409.00Out of stock
The Montecristo Petit Tubos is a flavorful Mareva, of 42 ring gauge, 5.1” (129mm) long and comes in 5 packs of 5 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 -
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
