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
889,00 $USThe 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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo Especial No.2 - 25 cigars
779,00 $USThe 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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo Media Corona - 25 cigars
329,00 $USThe 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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo No.2 - 25 cigars
899,00 $USThe 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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo No.3 - 25 cigars
749,00 $USThe 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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo No.3 - 25 cigars (packs of 5)
749,00 $USThe 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.. En savoir plus -
Montecristo No.4 - 25 cigars
479,00 $USThe 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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo No.4 - 25 cigars (5 by 5 packs)
479,00 $USThe 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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo No.5 - 25 cigars
399,00 $USThe 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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo No.5 - 25 cigars (packs of 5)
399,00 $USThe 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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo Open Junior - 20 cigars
359,00 $USThe Montecristo OPEN Junior is an accessible Habano, of Trabuco format, of 38 ring gauge, 4.3” (110mm) long and comes in a box of 20 cigars. Being part of the OPEN series, it is also a cigar that would suit any aficionado that enjoys smoking a stogie during an outdoor activity. Being the shortest and perhaps the mildest of this series, it also appeals to first time Cuban smokers; it is an easy way to discover the unique Cuban flavors. En savoir plus -
Montecristo Open Regata - 20 cigars
469,00 $USThe 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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo 80 Aniversario - 20 cigars
1 249,00 $USÉpuisé
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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo A - 5 cigars
499,00 $USÉpuisé
The Montecristo A is an outstanding medium-to-full Gran Corona, 9.3” (235mm) long, with 47 ring gauge, and comes in 5 varnished individual boxes. En savoir plus -
Montecristo A Cabinet - 25 cigars
1 749,00 $USÉpuisé
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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo Churchills Anejados - 25 cigars
519,00 $USÉpuisé
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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo Dantes Limited Edition 2016 - 10 cigars
499,00 $USÉpuisé
The Montecristo Dantes Limited Edition 2016 is a powerful and rich Grand Corona, with 48 ring gauge, 6.6” (167mm) long and comes in box of 10 cigars. En savoir plus -
Montecristo Double Edmundo - 10 cigars
349,00 $USÉpuisé
The Montecristo Double Edmundo is a powerful Habano, a medium-full Robusto Extra, 6.1” (155mm) long, of 50 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 10 cigars. En savoir plus -
Montecristo Double Edmundo - 15 cigars (packs of 3)
529,00 $USÉpuisé
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. En savoir plus -
Montecristo Double Edmundo - 25 cigars
869,00 $USÉpuisé
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. En savoir plus
