The Montecristo Nicaragua Series Toro brings AJ Fernandez's blending magic to Altadis' legacy in this 6x54 Nicaraguan puro. Wrapped in an oily Ecuadorian Sumatra leaf, this medium-full stick punches above its $13-per-cigar price point. Perfect for evening smokes when you want complexity without babysitting the burn.
Cold draw serves barnyard earth. Initial light brings black pepper sparkles across the tongue, mellowing into dark chocolate tones by the inch mark. Thin blue smoke feels almost Connecticut-like despite the Nicaraguan core.
Espresso bitterness cuts through at the band point, balanced by unexpected creaminess. Retrohale reveals toasted cedar notes. Burn line stays razor-sharp - no touch-ups needed. Watch the ash though; mine dropped unexpectedly at 1.5 inches.
Leather and nutmeg dominate last third with intensified nicotine. Sweetness resurfaces briefly through earthy base. Stopped at nub with minimal tar buildup. Perfect 90-minute smoke time for slow evenings.
The triple cap takes guillotine cuts beautifully. Paired best with bourbon or black coffee. Box purchase recommended - mine smoked better after 60 days humidor rest. Not quite a daily driver, but makes weekends memorable.
