The Montecristo No. 2 is a Figurado measuring 156 mm by a 52 ring gauge, wrapped in a well-maintained Colorado wrapper with a firm feel. The cold draw presents oily wood and distant cocoa notes, though the draw is a bit tight.
The first third ignites with vegetal and toasted flavors, notably cocoa, accompanied by good draw and very even combustion. Strength begins to build toward the end of this stage.
In the second third, spices enrich the flavor profile as the smoke loses some creaminess and turns more astringent.
The final third grows increasingly spicy, enhancing the perception of power, with a cocoa-rich and astringent finish.
A Cuban classic that, while slightly brief on the palate until the last third, delivers aromatic complexity and solid construction, making it a convincing choice.
Ring Gauge: 52 | Length: 156 mm | Count: 25 | Shape: Pyramid | Factory Name: Piramides
