The Montecristo No. 5 was released prior to 1960. It is a current production cigar. You can learn more at the Cuban Cigar website.
Here follows a synopsis of our analysis of the cigar. First, a representation of nose and mouth perceptions of the Montecristo No. 5:
The Cigar Sense panelists noted the following as key aromas:
- First Third: nut, animal, toasted
- Second Third: nut, milk chocolate, toasted
- Final Third: leather, earth, chocolate, brioche
Nicotine Strength | Medium | Shape | Petit Corona |
Overall Aroma Register | Toasted | Length | 4" |
After Smoke Aroma | Cocoa | Gauge | 40 |
Organoleptic Richness | Harmonic | Country of Origin | Cuba |
Complexity | Excellent | Wrapper Origin | Cuba |
Evolution | Good | Wrapper Type | Natural |
Persistence | Long | Price Range | $6 - $10 |
Smoke Duration | Less than 1 Hour | Value for Price | Excellent |
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