Montecristo Nicaragua Robusto

Cigar Intel

Crafted in Nicaragua by AJ Fernandez, the Montecristo Nicaragua Series marks a bold departure from the traditionally mild Dominican Montecristos. Instead, this cigar is pure Nicaraguan in both construction and character, complex, rich, and unapologetically strong.

The Robusto opens with bursts of black pepper and roasted coffee before settling into a velvety rhythm of cedar, dark chocolate, and baking spice. As it progresses, expect transitions into notes of sweet earth and leather, all wrapped in a beautifully aged Nicaraguan Habano wrapper.

This cigar ranked #10 on Cigar Aficionado’s Top 25 Cigars of 2018 for good reason; it delivers a full-spectrum smoking experience that’s refined, flavorful, and incredibly well-balanced. If you’re looking for a Montecristo that punches harder and tastes deeper, this is it.

Tasting Notes

The Montecristo Nicaragua Robusto kicks off with bold black pepper and charred oak, quickly settling into rich notes of espresso, leather, and dark chocolate. Midway, hints of cedar, baking spice, and a touch of sweetness emerge, offering balance and complexity. It finishes strong with creamy cocoa and lingering spice, delivering a bold, full-bodied experience from start to finish.

Team Review

Bold, refined, and well-structured. The Montecristo Nicaragua Robusto delivered rich Nicaraguan character with a firm draw, steady burn, and a confident medium-to-full-bodied profile that stayed balanced from start to finish.