Hoyo De Monterrey
Year of foundation: 1865
Tobacco Country: Cuba
Tobacco Procedence: Vuelta Abajo
Factory: La Corona
Established in 1865 by José Gener in the Vuelta Abajo region, Hoyo de Monterrey (“Valley of Monterrey” in Spanish) refers to the typical geography of the farmland used for the premium tobacco plantations. There is also a Hondurian Hoyo de Monterrey cigar brand that was started after the Cuban revolution. However, the original brand is Cuban Hoyo de Monterrey that is mentioned here.
The Hoyo de Monterrey brand is known to roll excellent quality mild-medium cigars in various sizes, the most famous being the Hoyo De Monterrey Epicure No.2, the Hoyo De Monterrey Epicure De Luxe and the Hoyo De Monterrey Epicure Especial.
Around the middle of the 20th century, the Le Hoyo series was launched for a Swiss distributor, A. Dürr Co, and these cigars are generally stronger than the regular Hoyos.
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Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.1 SLB CAB - 50 cigars
999,00 $USÉpuisé
The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.1 is a smooth, light-medium Corona Gorda, 5.6” (143mm) long, of 46 ring gauge, and comes in a 50 cigars cabinet. It is a cigar of the next to perfect construction; the wrapper is smooth and slightly oily. It is smoking beautifully and the draw on this cigar is flawless. On top of that, the flavor profile of this stogie is incredible. Definitely a must-try for all the fans of Corona Gorda vitolas. There are flavors of wood, earth, hay and nuts. There is also lots of creamy espresso, and some mineral notes. It might not be the most complex cigar, but it nevertheless won’t let you indifferent. Some delicate touches of pepper also spice up the Epicure No.1, whereas in terms of strength, it never goes over a medium body. Very similar to a Partagas or a Romeo y Julieta in term of appearance and flavor profile. It also has a great potential for ageing. En savoir plus -
Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.1 SLB - 25 cigars
649,00 $USÉpuisé
The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.1 is a smooth Habano, a rich Corona Gorda, 5.6” (143mm) long, of 46 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. It is a cigar of the next to perfect construction; the wrapper is smooth and slightly oily. It is smoking beautifully and the draw on this cigar is flawless. On top of that, the flavor profile of this stogie is incredible. Definitely a must-try for all the fans of Corona Gorda vitolas. There are flavors of wood, earth, hay and nuts. There is also lots of creamy espresso, and some mineral notes. It might not be the most complex cigar, but it nevertheless won’t let you indifferent. Some delicate touches of pepper also spice up the Epicure No.1, whereas in terms of strength, it never goes over a medium body. Very similar to a Partagas or a Romeo y Julieta in term of appearance and flavor profile. It also has a great potential for ageing. En savoir plus -
Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial Tubos - 15 cigars (packs of 3)
429,00 $USÉpuisé
The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial is a bold Gordito, 5.6” (141mm) long, of 50 ring gauge, and comes in aluminum tubes in a 15 cigars box. En savoir plus -
Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial SLB CAB - 50 cigars
1 359,00 $USÉpuisé
The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial is a powerful Gordito, 5.6” (141mm) long, of 50 ring gauge, and comes in aluminum tubes in a 50 cigars cabinet. En savoir plus -
Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial SLB - 25 cigars
749,00 $USÉpuisé
The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial is a powerful and complex Robusto Extra, 5.6” (141mm) long, of 50 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. En savoir plus -
Hoyo de Monterrey Double Coronas SLB CAB - 50 cigars
1 549,00 $USÉpuisé
The Hoyo de Monterrey Double Coronas is a smooth Habano, light-medium Prominente, 7.6” (194mm) long, of 49 ring gauge, and comes in a 50 cigars cabinet. For some, they say this is the best cigar in the world. This Double Corona has already confirmed its rank in the marketplace: it's a great smoke. The only complain that could be made about this cigar come from very seasoned aficionados who would say it might not be strong enough. As all vitolas from Hoyo de Monterrey this Doble Coronas (Double Coronas) is extremely well constructed. It has a smooth oily wrapper, a good draw and strong aromas. Every modern Habano has somehow been influenced by this amazing cigar, but it is in a league of its own. It is softer in touch and creamier than the Partagas Lusitanias and the Double Coronas from Punch, it appears also bigger when in hand. En savoir plus -
Hoyo de Monterrey Double Coronas - 25 cigars
749,00 $USÉpuisé
The Hoyo de Monterrey Double Coronas is a subtle Cuban cigar, a light-medium Prominente, 7.6” (194mm) long, of 49 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. For some, they say this is the best cigar in the world. This Double Corona has already confirmed its rank in the marketplace: it's a great smoke. The only complain that could be made about this cigar come from very seasoned aficionados who would say it might not be strong enough. As all vitolas from Hoyo de Monterrey this Doble Coronas (Double Coronas) is extremely well constructed. It has a smooth oily wrapper, a good draw and strong aromas. Every modern Habano has somehow been influenced by this amazing cigar, but it is in a league of its own. It is softer in touch and creamier than the Partagas Lusitanias and the Double Coronas from Punch, it appears also bigger when in hand. En savoir plus