Born from a commitment to aged tobacco, the Cohiba Reserva Selección serves as the inaugural offering in Habanos S.A.'s distinguished Reserva series. Launched in 2003, this exceptional collection showcases the artistry of Cuban cigar making through a carefully curated selection of five distinct vitolas, each crafted with tobacco that underwent a minimum three-year aging process before being rolled by hand.
The Collection
Housed in an elegant varnished boîte nature box containing 30 cigars, the Reserva Selección presents aficionados with a diverse smoking experience across multiple formats. The assortment includes both established production sizes and exclusive releases, demonstrating Cohiba's commitment to variety and excellence.
| Cigar Name | Factory Name | Quantity | Ring Gauge | Length | Weight | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coronas Especiales | Laguito No.2 | 6 | 38 | 152mm (6″) | 8.15g | Standard Production |
| Espléndidos | Julieta No.2 | 4 | 47 | 178mm (7″) | 15.07g | Standard Production |
| Media Coronas | Media Coronas | 6 | 38 | 142mm (5⅝″) | 7.27g | New Special Release |
| Pirámides | Piramides | 8 | 52 | 156mm (6⅛″) | 14.26g | Existing Special Release |
| Robustos | Robustos | 6 | 50 | 124mm (4⅞″) | 11.66g | Standard Production |
Construction and Craftsmanship
Every cigar within the Reserva Selección collection is entirely handmade, adhering to the exacting standards that have made Cohiba synonymous with luxury. The filler tobacco selected for this release was aged for a minimum of three years prior to rolling, allowing the leaves to develop remarkable depth and complexity. This extended aging period contributes to the refined character that distinguishes Reserva cigars from standard production offerings.
Band and Presentation
The cigars feature Cohiba's standard band D, accompanied by a distinctive second band denoting their Reserva status. This additional band serves as both authentication and a mark of the exceptional quality contained within. The varnished boîte nature box, holding all 30 cigars, reflects the premium positioning of this release within the Cohiba portfolio.
Release Information
While officially released in 2003, boxes of the Cohiba Reserva Selección bear dates from late 2002, indicating the production timeline preceding its market introduction. This timing places the Reserva Selección as a foundational release that helped establish the Reserva program as a benchmark for aged Cuban cigars.
Related Releases
The vitolas featured in the Reserva Selección have appeared in numerous special editions and limited releases throughout Cohiba's history. Collectors will recognize connections to:
- Cohiba Coronas Especiales, Espléndidos, and Robustos standard production lines
- Siglo XXI Millennium Humidor releases
- Guayasamin I and II Humidor collections
- 35 Aniversario Humidor selections
- 510 Aniversario Humidor
- Reserva del Milenio
- Edición Limitada Pirámides
- Selección Robustos and Selección Pirámides
- Gran Reserva Cosecha 2017 Espléndidos