Few cigars deliver the consistent acclaim of the Montecristo No.2, securing its status as one of the most celebrated offerings in the entire Cuban portfolio. This iconic pyramid-shaped vitola has earned legendary status among aficionados worldwide, representing the pinnacle of what a figurado can achieve. As a pre-1960 release, the No.2 has delighted smokers for generations and remains in current regular production to this day.
Vitola Specifications
| Cigar Name | Montecristo No.2 |
| Factory Name | Piramides |
| Ring Gauge | 52 |
| Length | 156 mm (6⅛″) |
| Official Weight | 14.26 g |
| Construction | Handmade |
| Bands | Standard bands A, B, C, D |
Packaging Options
Montecristo offers the No.2 in several distinct presentation formats to suit different preferences:
- Display box containing 15 cigars, arranged in 5 cardboard packs of 3 cigars each (introduced in 2003)
- Dress box of 10 cigars
- Dress box of 25 cigars
- Aluminium pack of 10 cigars
Flavor Profile and Tasting Notes
Based on 219 enthusiast reviews, the Montecristo No.2 delivers a rich and satisfying smoking experience. The cigar earns particular praise for its balance and aftertaste, both scoring a 4 out of 5, while maintaining medium strength at a 3 rating. Elegance and complexity also register at 3, contributing to an impressive overall rating of 3.94 out of 5.
The flavor spectrum reveals a beautifully layered profile with the following characteristics noted by reviewers:
- Primary Notes: Cocoa (64 mentions), Coffee (57 mentions), Nut (44 mentions), Cream (37 mentions), Citrus (34 mentions)
- Secondary Notes: Leather (30 mentions), Twang (24 mentions), Chocolate (19 mentions), Tobacco (10 mentions), Milk Chocolate (8 mentions)
- Accent Notes: Spice (7 mentions), Cinnamon (6 mentions), Mocha (6 mentions), Monte character (6 mentions), Bitter Chocolate (5 mentions), Cedar (5 mentions)
- Subtle Nuances: Baking Spice, Earth, Floral, Hay, Toast, Wood (4 mentions each), Grass, Nutmeg, Salt, Sweetness, Vanilla (3 mentions each), Almond, Biscuit, Caramel (2 mentions each), and single mentions of Clove, Cointreau, Funk, Honey, Latte, Molasses, Peanut, Raisin, Raspberry, and Tea
Related Special Releases
The enduring popularity of the No.2 has inspired several limited and special edition releases over the years:
- Montecristo No.2 Siglo XXI Millennium Humidor
- Montecristo No.2 510 Aniversario Humidor
- Montecristo No.2 Selección Pirámides
- Montecristo No.2 Selección Box
- Montecristo No.2 Gran Reserva Cosecha 2005
With its perfect pyramid shape and time-honored blend, the Montecristo No.2 continues to represent the benchmark for Cuban figurados. Its combination of accessible pricing, consistent construction, and complex yet approachable flavor profile makes it essential smoking for anyone exploring Cuban cigars.