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The published reviews below cover Montecristo Especiales No. 2. CCG is not affiliated with or endorsed by the publications listed. Our goal is to help readers compare scores and perspectives, with direct links to each original review.
Cigar Aficionado
13 ReviewsThough toasty, woody and salty, this long, thin cigar also has a raw, green undertone that leaves a dry sensation on the palate. The burn stays even, but the d…
87PointsView Original ReviewA pigtailed panatela that starts off intensely floral and perfumey before taking on a more sugary, gingerbread quality.
88PointsView Original ReviewFloral and bready notes intensify to show leather and dark chocolate on the palate. Some brown sugar also comes through before the hazelnut finish.
90PointsView Original ReviewThe draw of this thin cigar is firm, but imparts a sweet and salty smoke that's redolent of graham crackers and rock salt.
90PointsView Original ReviewAn evenly rolled panetela with a pigtail cap. The draw is fine, layering the palate with a complex intermingling of oaky white wine, coffee bean, almond and or…
92PointsView Original ReviewA veiny panetela with a pigtail cap and full draw. This is a sweet cigar with touches of coconut and cedar that have a backbone of earthiness.
90PointsView Original ReviewA slim cigar with a pigtail cap. The draw is firm but the burn is perfect. Red wine notes seem to complement the toasty, olive and bready flavors that come thr…
89PointsView Original ReviewA well-made panetela with a decent draw and burn. It’s very woody with some flowery notes and light spice, but the finish is somewhat stemmy and bitter.
86PointsView Original ReviewThe draw on this thin cigar is inconsistent. It has rich, cedary flavor with some rustic leather and herb notes. Medium bodied.
86PointsView Original ReviewA slightly veiny cigar with a tight pigtail. The draw is a bit firm. It’s rich, with earth and cedar notes and a coffee flavor. Medium to full bodied.
86PointsView Original ReviewA pig-tailed lancero that's very veiny. The draw is firm, the burn uneven. It has wisps of leather and cedar wood flavors, with some earthy qualities. Medium t…
85PointsView Original ReviewA beautifully made cigar. It has youthful characteristics. But there are strong hints of the earth, with solid leather and wood flavors.
87PointsView Original ReviewA smooth, mellow smoke with medium body and flavors of nutmeg. A dried-citrus/spicy character builds as the cigar burns down.
91PointsView Original ReviewCigar Insider
3 ReviewsA well-made panetela with a decent draw and burn. It’s very woody with some flowery notes and light spice, but the finish is somewhat stemmy and bitter.
86PointsView Original ReviewA toothy, unattractive wrapper. The cigar burns hot, harsh and strong. It tastes young.
82PointsView Original ReviewA thin cigar that is smooth, but it lacks depth.
86PointsView Original Review
Customer Reviews
It was worth the 2 weeks of wait. It was good
Just what I expected
A bit too light for my taste.
Wonderfully tasting, super smooth, buned great and draw was good. Will order again. Great job CCG
Classic Habanos flavors, a must have in my humidor.
Excellent communication, service and product. I was a bit leery about international commerce, but it worked out great and the delivery took less than two weeks. Many thanks.
Great!
Excellent cigar! Great draw, flavor all the way. Definitely recommend.
I just went through the whole box yesterday. Half of the cigars were plugged and un-smokeable, the other half smoked beautifully, flavors were amazing when you can actually draw from the cigar. I wouldn’t recommend this particular vitola due to the construction issues. Quality control on cubans has improved quite a bit over the last year or so, but I guess you still can’t trust them with your thinner ring gauge cigars just yet. As always, thanks to CCG for the great service!
Great little cigar for between works
First time trying this vitola. Zero disappointment. Sublime from start to finish with a welcome ever so slightly firm draw. Fast delivery, perfect condition.
excellent service, product shipped as per picture. Cigars arrived in perfect condition
Awesome; consistent draw- smooth flavors
Ordered cigars with limited time frame and received them well before the expected date. Thanks so much!
The Montecristo Especiale was fresh, smooth yet tightly rolled. As for the Bolivar Finos, they were magnificent! By far my favorite smoke. As always the quality, freshness, and delivery were all exceptional.
Great flavor, smooth smoke, changes to a beautiful flavor half way through. Great service as always!
Fast shipping and great tasting cigar. Would recommend
This is the first time I tried these. Love them will buy again!
