Cuban Cigars

Montecristo Edmundo Reserva Cosecha 2018

The Montecristo Edmundo Reserva was originally intended as a 2022 release and is the nineth Reserva release, since the launch of the series in 2003 with the Cohiba Reserva Selección. It is also the second time that Montecristo has been selected to create a Reserva, following the Montecristo No.4 in 2007.

These rare cigars are presented in numbered luxury boîte nature boxes containing twenty cigars and each one is decorated with a second silver and black Reserva band. Just 5,000 numbered boxes (100,000 cigars) have been produced for the worldwide market and all the tobaccos used in their creation has been aged in bales for three years prior to rolling. In this instance, the Montecristo Edmundo Reserva has been made exclusively using tobacco from the 2018 harvest (cosecha).

The Edmundo Reserva has been blended to the classic medium to full bodied Montecristo taste that many people consider the benchmark against which all other Havanas are measured. Established in 1935, today Montecristo is the world’s most popular Habanos brand and, in the UK, the Montecristo No.4 is one of the bestselling Havana cigars.

The original Edmundo - 5 1/3” (135mm) x 52 ring gauge - was released in 2004 and has since been joined by the Petit Edmundo (2006), Double Edmundo (2013) and Wide Edmundo (2021). In 2010 the Montecristo Edición Limitada (a Cañonazo size) was named the Grand Edmundo. 

The name Edmundo is inspired by Edmundo Dantes, the eponymous hero of Alexandre Dumas’s novel, The Count of Montecristo “All Montecristo are ‘tripa larga, totalmente a mano’ – long filler, totally handmade and use only the finest leaves from the Vuelta Abajo zone in Pinar del Rio, Cuba. The finest tobacco in the world.”

Línea Maestra is a premium extension to the Partagas range in the same way that Behike was for Cohiba in 2010, Línea 1935 for Montecristo in 2017 and Línea de Oro for Romeo y Julieta in 2020. It is the second addition following the introduction of the Partagas Línea Maduro in 2018.

The three new sizes which make up the Linea Maestra are Origen, Rito and Maestro. All are unique within the Habanos portfolio and have been crafted with a Cabeza Tumbada or ‘dropped head, a style often referred to as a ‘109’ due to Partagas 109 cigars rolled with the same finish included in commemorative branded humidors in the past. This traditional style of finishing was last seen on the Ramon Allones Hunters & Frankau Anniversario 225, a special release in 2015 to celebrate the 225th anniversary of the company.

For the first time in the history of the brand and the Habanos, S.A. portfolio, all the tobacco for the new Línea comes exclusively from the San Luis region of Pinar del Río, Cuba. This gives them a special aromatic complexity without losing the brand’s unique character and blend and are classified as full bodied like the rest of the portfolio. The Línea Maestra range is presented in striking blue lacquered boxes containing 20 cigars. Each cigar is dressed with a unique blue band sporting the name of the vitola as well as an additional foot band.

Size: 65⁄8” (168mm) x 52

Línea Maestra is a premium extension to the Partagas range in the same way that Behike was for Cohiba in 2010, Línea 1935 for Montecristo in 2017 and Línea de Oro for Romeo y Julieta in 2020. It is the second addition following the introduction of the Partagas Línea Maduro in 2018.

The three new sizes which make up the Linea Maestra are Origen, Rito and Maestro. All are unique within the Habanos portfolio and have been crafted with a Cabeza Tumbada or ‘dropped head, a style often referred to as a ‘109’ due to Partagas 109 cigars rolled with the same finish included in commemorative branded humidors in the past. This traditional style of finishing was last seen on the Ramon Allones Hunters & Frankau Anniversario 225, a special release in 2015 to celebrate the 225th anniversary of the company.

For the first time in the history of the brand and the Habanos, S.A. portfolio, all the tobacco for the new Línea comes exclusively from the San Luis region of Pinar del Río, Cuba. This gives them a special aromatic complexity without losing the brand’s unique character and blend and are classified as full bodied like the rest of the portfolio. The Línea Maestra range is presented in striking blue lacquered boxes containing 20 cigars. Each cigar is dressed with a unique blue band sporting the name of the vitola as well as an additional foot band.

Size: 6 1⁄8” (154mm) x 46

Línea Maestra is a premium extension to the Partagas range in the same way that Behike was for Cohiba in 2010, Línea 1935 for Montecristo in 2017 and Línea de Oro for Romeo y Julieta in 2020. It is the second addition following the introduction of the Partagas Línea Maduro in 2018.

The three new sizes which make up the Linea Maestra are Origen, Rito and Maestro. All are unique within the Habanos portfolio and have been crafted with a Cabeza Tumbada or ‘dropped head, a style often referred to as a ‘109’ due to Partagas 109 cigars rolled with the same finish included in commemorative branded humidors in the past. This traditional style of finishing was last seen on the Ramon Allones Hunters & Frankau Anniversario 225, a special release in 2015 to celebrate the 225th anniversary of the company.

For the first time in the history of the brand and the Habanos, S.A. portfolio, all the tobacco for the new Línea comes exclusively from the San Luis region of Pinar del Río, Cuba. This gives them a special aromatic complexity without losing the brand’s unique character and blend and are classified as full bodied like the rest of the portfolio. The Línea Maestra range is presented in striking blue lacquered boxes containing 20 cigars. Each cigar is dressed with a unique blue band sporting the name of the vitola as well as an additional foot band.

Size: 5 1⁄4” (132mm) x 56 

New to the Habanos Portfolio this year is the Linea de Oro Range by Romeo y Julieta, which is being presented in 3 new vitolas; Dianas, Nobles & Hidalgos.

The Nobles will be presented in Boxes of 20. 

Vitola: Nobles
Ring Gauge: 56
Cigar Lenght: 135mm
Body: Medium

About the Linea De Oro Range

Romeo y Julieta, one of the oldest and most recognisable cigar brands in the world, has introduced a new line, called Línea de Oro. Originally announced in 2020 to commemorate 145 years of the iconic brand, the new line is presented in three sizes  Dianas (53⁄8” (145mm) x 52), Hidalgos (5” (125mm) x 57) and Nobles (51⁄3” (135mm) x 56) All three sizes have been blended to a medium to full taste, a step up from the famous medium bodied blend used in the classic range. The cigars are presented in stylish red lacquered boxes that carry an embossed medallion set on the lid.

Each of the 20 cigars within are dressed with a bespoke band bearing the name of the individual vitola and a unique golden foot band that have edges trimmed with holographic elements, similar to those found on

New to the Habanos Portfolio this year is the Linea de Oro Range by Romeo y Julieta, which is being presented in 3 new vitolas; Dianas, Nobles & Hidalgos.

The Hidalgos will be presented in Boxes of 20. 

Vitola: Hidalgos
Ring Gauge: 57
Cigar Length: 125mm
Body: Medium

About the Linea De Oro Range

Romeo y Julieta, one of the oldest and most recognisable cigar brands in the world, has introduced a new line, called Línea de Oro. Originally announced in 2020 to commemorate 145 years of the iconic brand, the new line is presented in three sizes  Dianas (53⁄8” (145mm) x 52), Hidalgos (5” (125mm) x 57) and Nobles (51⁄3” (135mm) x 56) All three sizes have been blended to a medium to full taste, a step up from the famous medium bodied blend used in the classic range. The cigars are presented in stylish red lacquered boxes that carry an embossed medallion set on the lid.

 Each of the 20 cigars within are dressed with a bespoke band bearing the name of the individual vitola and a unique golden foot band that have edges trimmed with holographic elements, similar to those found on

New to the Habanos Portfolio this year is the Linea de Oro Range by Romeo y Julieta, which is being presented in 3 new vitolas; Dianas, Nobles & Hidalgos.

The Dianas will be presented in Boxes of 20. 

Vitola: Diana
Ring Gauge: 52
Cigar Lenght: 145 mm / 5.7"
Body: Medium

About the Linea De Oro Range

Romeo y Julieta, one of the oldest and most recognisable cigar brands in the world, has introduced a new line, called Línea de Oro. Originally announced in 2020 to commemorate 145 years of the iconic brand, the new line is presented in three sizes  Dianas (53⁄8” (145mm) x 52), Hidalgos (5” (125mm) x 57) and Nobles (51⁄3” (135mm) x 56) All three sizes have been blended to a medium to full taste, a step up from the famous medium bodied blend used in the classic range. The cigars are presented in stylish red lacquered boxes that carry an embossed medallion set on the lid.

Each of the 20 cigars within are dressed with a bespoke band bearing the name of the individual vitola and a unique golden foot band that have edges trimmed with holographic elements, similar to those found on

This cigar is made exclusively for La Casa Del Habano Stores. Announced at the 2019 Habanos Festival, the San Cristobal 20th Anniversary Humidor marks two decades of the San Cristobal brand, which compared to the other brands is still young. 

The 20 Aniversario measures 6 3/8 inches by 52 ring gauge and comes in a treasure chest box which holds 20 cigars. 

Length: 6 3/8” 
Ring Gauge: 52
Strength: Light to Medium

Montecristo Gran Piramides Book Collection 2017 has dark chocolate tastes with hints of coffee that get more intense as you smoke. A stunning smoke.

Brand: Montecristo
Factory Name: Gran Piramide
Vitola: Pyramid
Year: 2017
Packaging: Numbered book-shaped boîte nature box of 20 cigars (2,000 produced).
Number in box: 20
Ring Gauge: 57
Length: 160 mm

Partagas Serie D No.4 Reserva 2005

The Cigar

The power and intensity is still in abundance but the extra aged tobaccos used in this cigar provide a rare smoothness and subtlety to the smoke. An iron fist in a velvet glove.

FLAVOUR: Full
VITOLA: Robusto
RING GAUGE: 50
LENGTH: 4 7/8 Inches / 124mm 

Romeo y Julieta Churchill Reserva 2012

The Cigar

Once one of the largest cigars available, this gentle giant now cuts a decidedly elegant and refined figure. It is at heart a polished cigar full of charm and grace. A wonderful way to celebrate Britain’s most famous cigar smoker.

FLAVOUR: Medium to Full
VITOLA: Julieta No.2 
RING GAUGE: 47
LENGTH: 7 Inches / 178mm 

H. Upmann No.2 Reserva 2014

The Cigar

A clean, cultivated and congenial blend, this often overlooked light to medium flavoured cigar is full of nuance and subtlety for those who know where to look. Anything but simple.

FLAVOUR: Light to Medium
VITOLA: Piramide 
RING GAUGE: 52
LENGTH: 6 1/8 Inches / 156mm 

Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.2 Reserva 2016

The Cigar

For many people the Epicure No.2 is a long-established favourite and a popular ‘turn to’ cigar. So it is perhaps a little surprising it has taken so long to see the first Hoyo Reserva. On the evidence so far from its delayed appearance in 2018, it has been well worth the wait.

FLAVOUR: Light to Medium
VITOLA: Robusto
RING GAUGE: 50
LENGTH: 4 7/8 Inches / 124mm 

Cohiba Robusto Reserva

The Cigar

This classic vitola (shape) from the most prestigious Habanos brand is, for many smokers, the pinnacle of modern cigar-making in Cuba. Medium to Full bodied but the extra bale-aged tobaccos impart a depth and elegance that will draw you in and capture your attention for every minute of the half hour or so it takes to enjoy. A difficult to find but glorious cigar.

FLAVOUR: Medium to Full
VITOLA: Robusto
RING GAUGE: 50
LENGTH: 4 7/8 Inches / 124mm 

Montecristo 80 Aniversario

The Cigar 

Not strictly a Limited Edition as the tobaccos are not aged in the same way, the cigars are not dressed with maduro wrappers and they are not adorned with the second band. Nonetheless it is a fantastic cigar and a great way to mark the 80th anniversary of the world’s most popular Havana brand. This cigar is already a collector’s item and is, unusually, presented in boxes of 20.

Partagas Serie D No.6

The Cigar:

Although only 3 1/2 inches (90mm) long, this cigar has all the hallmarks of the Partagas brand. It is a rich, earthy, peppery and powerful as you would expect from Havana's most popular full flavoured cigar brand. 

Montecristo OPEN  Regata

The Cigar:

A completely new figurado shape made in the image of the famous No.2, but shorter and thinner. All the smoking characteristics of its big brother are preserved in a lighter flavoured, less time consuming size.

Montecristo OPEN  Master

The Cigar:

The Open Series made way, at last, for a Robusto size in Montecristo’s illustrious line-up. A delightful, medium bodied addition in this popular shape sporting the allimportant fleur-de-lys on its band.

Montecristo OPEN  Junior

The Cigar:

The smallest of the Open Series. The Junior takes the form of a rare vitola previously only found in the Le Hoyo Series (du Deputé). A perfect morning or aperitif smoke.

Montecristo OPEN  Eagle

The Cigar:

The largest of the Montecristo Open series introduced in 2009. Its innovative 54 ring gauge format houses a different, slightly lighter tobacco blend than you find in standard Montecristos. Suits experienced and novice smokers alike

Montecristo LINEA 1935 Maltes

The Cigar:

This rare size is known as a 'Sobresalientes' within the factories of Cuba, a word which translates as 'Outstanding'in English, and its easy to see why. Big and bold, but also subtle and nuanced with a lightness of touch that surprises many people the first time they light one up. 

Montecristo LINEA 1935 Leyenda

The Cigar:

The largest of the three cigars that comprises Montecristo's new linea 1935, the Leyanda delivers an abundance of rich, flavoursome smoke over the course of the house and a half or so it takes to enjoy. Not a cigar to be hurried and perhaps best enjoyed after a hearty meal. 

Montecristo LINEA 1935 Dumas

The Cigar:

The Dumas offers a full bodied blend of signiture Montecristo tobaccos and helps make the Linea 1935 a new way to enjoy the most popular premium cigar brand in the world