Reviews
Date Added: Friday 07 April, 2017
The cigar looked flawless, smelt amazing and had been stored perfectly. From first light it was nothing short of BRILLIANT. The first 1/3 was fantastic! Not very spicy, more Monty number 2 esc, cream and buttery. After the first third, either the cigar dulled, or I got used to it. The stick turned slightly blander and less exciting in its flavours, but as I say, this could have been me settling into it and taking the No.2 for granted after the initial influx of perfection. The draw was perfect throughout, and the burn: Faultlessly even. Could I buy a box of these? I'd probably have to try a second to be sure, but first I want to directly compare the Regatta this weekend. A Cigar I have smoked many times before, so I expect a close competition. I am not the number 2's biggest fan, as it can be overwhelmingly buttery to the pallet. But as usual, there is a time and a place for a multitude of different smokes. My date last night with the petit was pretty dam good!
Scott
Date Added: Tuesday 28 March, 2017
Not sure if it's the change to BST. But something's keeping me awake. The unwritten rule I have is "if awake for an hour might as well get up". In this case also means might as well have a smoke.
A lot in the humidor at the moment and I have a few options, but standing out is the lone Monte #2.
It's been there a while but for some reason has remained unmolested.
Shortly after relighting I am reminded why I always claim this is my favourite cigar.
Lighting is easy and then it just become like the king wenceslass Carol. "clean and crisp and even"
Smokes like a non fussed trooper to half way when it takes on a slightly perfumed note to the last third at which point it takes on the trade mark full Monte flavour and really starts to sing.
Make no mistake this is a king of all cigars.
To put it in context, there are ten cohiba esplendidos in the humidor at the moment and this is better than any of them.
Date Added: Sunday 19 March, 2017
Montecristo No. 4 Cigar - 1 Single
by Peter
I have to admit, I have had a couple of No.4's that were a little heavy on the draw. Not enough to stop me enjoying them, but a little irritating. I do have to say though that the vast majority have had an easy draw and been an absolute joy to smoke. Nice and smooth and with a lovely taste and smell. This was the Cuban cigar that got me into cigar smoking about ten years ago, and after a three year break while I quite cigarettes, I'm back now. I'm intending to try as many different Cuban and South American cigars as I can, just to see if I can find my true favourite and build a nice selection of different sticks. The Montecristo No. 4 though, will be my go to stick until I have found my favourite.
Date Added: Monday 13 March, 2017
Montecristo No. 1 Cigar - 1 Single
by James
Once upon a time Montecristos were one of my favourite brands and I used to buy them in large quantity. With some trepidation I just tried a No.1 after years of not smoking them and unfortunately the trepidation was justified. The draw on this cigar was ridiculously tight and so the first two inches were really quite miserable. After that poor start things did improve though and there was 10-15 minutes worth of reasonable enjoyment when the draw normalised and the flavours calmed down to a mellow nuttiness. Nevertheless poor value for money if that really is representative of the brand now.
Date Added: Saturday 04 March, 2017
I received this as part of a 'short but sweet' sampler & found it to be the tightest cigar I have ever encountered. The band came away as soon as I touched it & having toasted & lit the cigar it went downhill from there. Unsmokable, a very disappointing experience which I allowed to expire & disregard. Needless to say I shall not be purchasing again. I thoroughly enjoy the Montecristo Purito as a 10 minute 'beer garden' smoke & my experience of the 'Open Master' was delightful. Unless you enjoy trying to suck a golf ball through a hose pipe, buy something else...
Date Added: Friday 03 March, 2017
There's a reason why Montecristo's have a formidable reputation when it comes to cigars. First time trying the No 2 and I'm completely sold. The draw on this was heavenly (straight cut). Burn is consistent as expected from Montecristo's. Construction flawless, and if that wasn't enough this stick produces some of the best flavours that one's palate can indulge: I got nutty and spicy notes with the last third slightly creamy. A must-try people, you will not regret it!
