Crafted exclusively for the Belgian and Luxembourg markets, the Diplomáticos El Diputado distinguishes itself as a standout release within the Regional Edition series. Released as part of Habanos S.A.'s Regional Edition program, this cigar showcases the Montesco vitola—a special format that was newly introduced for this particular release, making it a noteworthy addition to the Diplomáticos portfolio.
Vitola Specifications
| Cigar Name | El Diputado |
| Factory Name (Vitola) | Montesco |
| Ring Gauge | 55 |
| Length | 130 mm (5⅛″) |
| Official Weight | 16.00 g |
| Construction | Handmade |
Packaging and Presentation
The El Diputado is presented in numbered semi boîte nature boxes, each containing 10 cigars. The total production run was limited to 10,000 cigars, underscoring its exclusive nature as a Regional Edition release.
Each cigar features the standard Diplomáticos band (band B) accompanied by the distinctive Regional Edition secondary band specifically designated for Belgium and Luxembourg, marked with "BELUX" to signify its intended market.
Release Information
While officially designated as a 2018 release with an official release date of January 1, 2018, the El Diputado actually reached the market in mid-2019. This timing discrepancy between official classification and actual availability is not uncommon in the world of Cuban cigar releases.
The Montesco vitola introduced with this release offers smokers a robusto extra format, combining a substantial 55 ring gauge with a comfortable 5⅛″ length—a size that allows for a full expression of the Diplomáticos blend while remaining approachable for various smoking occasions.