Montecristo No. 3

HISTORY

Montecristo is the best known and probably the most appreciated brand of Havanas throughout the world. It forms the benchmark for many Havana smokers against which other brands are judged.

The name comes from Alexandre Dumas’ famous novel ‘The Count of Montecristo’, which was a firm favourite when read to the Torcedoras (cigar rollers) at the factory where it was founded in 1935.

The original Montecristo range of sizes was composed of a narrow assortment numbered from 1 to 5. Today it consists of a wide variety of vitolas to cover every level of the cigar enthusiast’s needs.

2009 saw the introduction of a new Series, Montecristo Open, consisting of four sizes blended to a lighter flavour than other sizes in Montecristo’s range and aimed at a new generation of smokers who enjoy the pleasures of outdoor pursuits.

More recently, the 2017 addition of La Linea 1935 provided a welcome full-flavoured option for the brand’s many admirers.

Whether it is within the classic medium-to-full line, the lighter Open Series, or the newer, more powerful Linea 1935, Montecristo’s perfectly balanced blends are all created exclusively with selected filler and binder leaves from the Vuelta Abajo zone, home of the finest tobaccos in the world.

All sizes are ‘tripa larga, totalmente a mano’ – long filler, totally handmade.

Another of the original Montecristos; this one is a Corona. From start to finish, it maintains the true taste of this brand and is the stalwart vitola amongst the more recent, trendier, and excitable sizes that emerge.

TASTING NOTES

A Corona size, offering the classic Medium-to-Full-bodied Montecristo profile with notes of rich earth, espresso coffee, and sweet cedar. The profile is incredibly well-balanced and maintains a consistent theme of smooth leather and dark cocoa.

This balanced, classic cigar pairs wonderfully with both spirits and coffee, such as an Añejo Tequila, an Aged Cuban or Dark Rum, or a rich Medium Roast Coffee.

CIGAR INFORMATION

Country of Origin: Cuba

Flavour profile: Medium to Full-bodied

Vitola: Corona

Size: 42 ring gauge, 5 5/8 inches

Smoking time: 30 minutes