What does the Punch Descobridores Regional Edition Portugal taste like?

The Punch Descobridores delivers a classic medium-bodied flavor profile characteristic of the Punch brand, distinguished by distinct earthiness and woody notes. Upon lighting, smokers will detect prominent cedar and leather flavors, which develop into a creamier texture with hints of dried fruit and subtle spice in the final third. While it lacks the pepper punch often found in fuller Nicaraguan cigars, its refined, earthy finish provides a complex and balanced experience that pairs well with aged rum or coffee.

How many Punch Descobridores Portugal cigars were produced?

Habanos S.A. produced this cigar exclusively for the Portuguese market in 2011, strictly limiting the total output to 2,000 numbered boxes. Each box contains 25 cigars, resulting in a total global production run of just 50,000 units. This scarcity makes the Punch Descobridores a sought-after collector's item. Because it was released over a decade ago, finding an original box requires sourcing from specialized vintage cigar retailers or auction houses, as stock at standard retailers has long since been depleted.

What is the size and vitola of the Punch Descobridores?

The Punch Descobridores is crafted in the Hermosos No. 4 vitola, a unique format rarely seen outside of Regional Edition releases. It measures 127 mm (5 inches) in length with a 48 ring gauge (48/64ths of an inch). This shorter, robusto-extra dimension allows for a smoking duration of approximately 45 to 60 minutes. The size offers a thicker ring gauge than standard corona cigars, providing a cool draw that effectively showcases the blend's nuanced flavor progression from start to finish.

Punch Descobridores Edición Regional Portugal

The Punch Descobridores stands as a distinguished addition to Habanos S.A.'s Regional Edition program, crafted exclusively for the Portuguese market. Released in 2011, this limited production cigar carries the name "Descobridores" — meaning "Discoverers" — a fitting tribute to Portugal's rich maritime heritage and history of exploration.

Specifications

Vitola (Cigar Name)	Descobridores
Factory Name	Robustos
Ring Gauge	50
Length	124 mm (4⅞″)
Official Weight	11.66 g
Construction	Handmade

Presentation and Packaging

This Regional Edition release showcases the classic Punch aesthetic while incorporating special Portuguese branding. Each cigar features the standard Punch "band C" alongside a dedicated Regional Edition band specifically designed for Portugal, marking its exclusive nature.

The cigars are presented in numbered semi boîte nature boxes containing 10 cigars each. Total production was limited to just 2,500 boxes, making this a genuinely scarce release for collectors and enthusiasts seeking something beyond the standard Punch portfolio.

Punch Edición Regional Portugal packaging

Release Information

The Punch Descobridores Edición Regional Portugal made its debut on January 1, 2011. As with all Regional Edition releases, this vitola was selected specifically by the Portuguese distributor and was not available in the regular Punch catalogue, giving Portuguese aficionados and international collectors a unique smoking experience within the Punch family tradition.

About the Vitola

The Descobridores utilizes the Robustos factory format, a popular and well-regarded size among cigar enthusiasts. This substantial format allows for a full expression of Punch's characteristic flavor profile while offering approximately 45 to 60 minutes of smoking enjoyment.

Punch Descobridores Edición Regional Portugal