Montecristo 520 Edición Limitada 2012

A Bold, Celebratory Masterpiece from Cuba’s Most Iconic Brand

Released as part of the Edición Limitada series of 2012, the Montecristo 520 pays homage to 520 years since the discovery of tobacco in the Americas (1492–2012). It is a limited production cigar that fuses Montecristo’s unmistakable profile with a unique vitola and aged Cuban tobaccos, offering an opulent and powerful smoking experience.

With its rare size, luxurious blend, and collectible appeal, the Montecristo 520 stands as one of the most memorable and well-received Edición Limitada releases of the last decade.

Vitola and Presentation

• Vitola de Galera (Factory Name): Maravillas No. 3

• Commercial Name: Montecristo 520

• Length: 155 mm (6.1 inches)

• Ring Gauge: 55

• Format: Toro Extra / Wide Toro

• Packaging: Special dress box of 10 cigars

• Production Year: 2012

• Edition: Edición Limitada (Limited Edition)

• Bands: Classic Montecristo band + black & gold “Edición Limitada 2012” secondary band

This vitola (Maravillas No. 3) was specially created for this release and is not found in regular production lines, enhancing its exclusivity and collectability.

Origin and Tobacco

• Wrapper / Binder / Filler: 100% Cuban tobacco

• Aged Tobacco: All leaves (wrapper, binder, and filler) aged for at least 2 years

• Tobacco Region: Vuelta Abajo, Pinar del Río, Cuba

• Production: Totalmente a Mano, Tripa Larga (handmade long filler)

• Factory: Cuban Habanos SA production, under strict quality controls

The wrapper leaf used for Edición Limitada cigars is specially selected for its darker, silkier appearance and richness.

Flavor Profile and Smoking Experience

The Montecristo 520 is a medium-to-full-bodied cigar with a complex and evolving flavor profile. It showcases a more intense and layered interpretation of Montecristo’s signature blend, elevated by its larger ring gauge and aged tobacco.

Tasting Notes:

• First Third: Opens with bold notes of dark roasted coffee, cedar, and cocoa, supported by a creamy undertone.

• Second Third: Develops beautifully with hints of leather, cinnamon, sweet tobacco, and toasted almonds.

• Final Third: Strength and richness increase, introducing earth, pepper, dark chocolate, and a slightly molasses-like sweetness toward the end.

The draw is superb and the burn line is typically razor-sharp, with thick, aromatic smoke and a long, luxurious finish.

Key Details

• Brand: Montecristo

• Name: 520 Edición Limitada 2012

• Vitola: Maravillas No. 3

• Length: 155 mm (6.1 inches)

• Ring Gauge: 55

• Strength: Medium to Full

• Wrapper/Binder/Filler: 100% Cuban, 2+ years aged

• Region: Vuelta Abajo, Cuba

• Packaging: Box of 10 cigars

• Flavor Notes: Coffee, cocoa, cedar, leather, spice, molasses, chocolate

• Smoking Time: 90–120 minutes

• Edition: Edición Limitada 2012

• Bands: Montecristo + Edición Limitada 2012

• Status: Discontinued / Limited Release – Collectible