Montecristo 520 Cigar (2012 Limited Edition) – Box of 10

The Montecristo 520 Cigar measures 5 ¾” (146mm) in length with a 55 ring gauge, utilizing aged Cuban tobacco for a medium-strength profile. This 2012 Limited Edition commemorates the 520th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’ arrival in the Americas, linked to tobacco’s discovery. The cigar features a dark, vein-free maduro wrapper with an oily texture, hand-rolled with Cuban long-filler leaves.

Flavor Profile & Construction

Initial notes of cocoa, espresso, and cedar transition to leather and roasted nuts, followed by earthy undertones and molasses sweetness. The final third reveals pepper, oak, and caramel creaminess. The combustion consistency and open draw result from its dual-layer binder construction, ensuring even smoke output.

• Maduro wrapper: Darkened through extended fermentation
• Box format: 10-count lacquered cabinet selection
• Aging potential: 15+ years with proper humidification

Historical Context & Rarity

Released as part of Habanos S.A.’s annual Limited Edition series, the Montecristo 520 shares dimensions with the 2008 Sublimes edition but uses a broader ring gauge. Production was capped at 30,000 boxes globally, with box codes ending “ABR 12” denoting April 2012 manufacture.