Montecristo White #3 Especial

This brand first hit the scene way back in 1935 as an authentic Cuban brand from Menendez, Garcia y Cia., then the owners of the H. Upmann brand. The name is reported to have been inspired by Alexandre Dumas' 1844 novel Le Comte de Monte Cristo. The Dominican version of Cuba's most widely smoked brand has met with tremendous success. Introduced in 2003, the White label continues the tradition of remarkable consistency that is Montecristo. Comprised of Dominican and Nicaraguan long leaf fillers, wrapped in a flavorful, golden-brown, Connecticut-seed Ecuadorian shade grown wrapper, the White offers a smooth, robust and satisfying smoke that's right at home on the more developed palate. We found the roll firm, but still allowing for an easy draw. Look for some robust cedary notes about mid-way through, with a leathery undertone, and solid, clean tobacco flavors. The body builds from medium to full as you make your way though—a very nice smoke from one of the best brands in the world. Nicely paired with a very hoppy, west-coast style India Pale Ale.