Montecristo A

The Montecristo A stands as one of the longest and most prestigious cigars in the world. With its imposing size and elegant construction, it has become a symbol of Cuban cigar luxury, often associated with formal gifts, state visits, and grand occasions.

Handcrafted with precision using the finest Cuban tobaccos, the Montecristo A offers a smooth, refined, and long-lasting smoking experience that reflects the heritage and finesse of the Montecristo brand.

Vitola and Presentation

• Vitola de Galera (Factory Name): Gran Corona

• Commercial Name: Montecristo A

• Length: 235 mm (9.25 inches)

• Ring Gauge: 47

• Format: Giant / Gran Corona

• Packaging: Cedar cabinet box of 25 cigars

• Release Status: Regular production, but rare due to its size and limited output

• Presentation: Each cigar typically comes individually wrapped in cedar for added protection and aging potential

This cigar is one of the longest vitolas in regular Habanos production, offering a unique and leisurely smoking experience.

Origin and Tobacco

• Wrapper / Binder / Filler: 100% Cuban tobacco

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

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

• Factory: Rolled by expert torcedores to ensure excellent draw and construction despite the large format

The tobacco blend used is classic Montecristo, known for its balanced richness, smooth evolution, and elegant strength.

Flavor Profile and Smoking Experience

The Montecristo A is a medium-bodied cigar, known for its refined complexity and long development throughout the smoke. Due to its length, the flavors evolve slowly, making it ideal for an unhurried, contemplative session.

Tasting Notes:

• First Third: Light and aromatic start with notes of cedar, light coffee, and sweet earthiness

• Second Third: Develops complexity with toasted almonds, cream, leather, and floral undertones

• Final Third: Intensifies slightly with hints of cocoa, spice, and oak, while remaining smooth and balanced

Draw is smooth, and the burn typically holds well, though touch-ups may be needed due to its massive size.

Key Details

• Brand: Montecristo

• Vitola: Gran Corona

• Length: 235 mm (9.25 inches)

• Ring Gauge: 47

• Strength: Medium

• Wrapper/Binder/Filler: 100% Cuban (Vuelta Abajo)

• Packaging: Box of 25 (each cigar cedar-wrapped)

• Flavor Notes: Cedar, almonds, leather, coffee, cream, floral, cocoa

• Smoking Time: 120 to 180+ minutes

• Presentation: Premium cedar cabinet box

• Status: Regular production, but rare due to low output