Montecristo Classic Collection

Debuting in Cuba in 1935, Montecristo is a brand that has earned the moniker of Classic. In cigar factories in Cuba, it was not uncommon for cigar rollers to be entertained with someone reading to them. Legend has it one of the favorite titles was Count of Montecristo, and that is how the brand was born. Montecristo Classic is the epitome of this stalwart brand. A flawless Connecticut shade wrapper drapes the finest Dominican binder and filler tobaccos. Made in the Dominican Republic at the famed Tabacalera de Garcia factory since 1995, Montecristo Classic cigars are sure to please even the most discerning smokers of mild-to-medium bodied sticks. Celebrate a proven classic—select Montecristo Classic vitolas have earned an impressive 91-rating from Cigar Aficionado, confirming their status as some of the finest mellow premiums on the market. The classic Montecristo band is just slightly altered with the introduction of gold accents to let smokers know they are smoking something special. The wrapper is flawless and a beautiful mottled light brown. The creaminess which comes through on the first puff is present for the entire cigar. Montecristo Classic is a dense cigar full of filler making the draw have a tension which cools the smoke down perfectly. A slight earthy aftertaste lingers pleasantly on the palate making this a wonderful cigar you will remember throughout your day. With a construction as great as the flavor, this is a cigar you will surely want to keep stocked in your humidor. Montecristo classic is the perfect example of what a mild-to-medium smoke should be. Perfectly balanced, there is a flavorful puff awaiting you with each draw. We found this a fantastic cigar to start the day with, meshing with our morning coffee to a tee. Other great Montecristos to try are the Montecristo White for a slightly milder experience or the Platinum for a little more spice.