Let's talk about the Montecristo Platinum Churchill Tubos - that meaty 7x50 churchill that'll set you back about $215 for 15 sticks. Wrapped in slick Mexican San Andrés leaf with Dominican binder and a tri-country filler blend, this medium-full bodied cigar comes ready to party in protective aluminum tubes. The Tabacalera de García factory craftsmanship shows in its razor-straight burn line.
Crackles open with roasted almonds and white pepper spice - that Nicaraguan Jalapa leaf doesn't mess around. The retrohale kicks with cedar sharpness, like sniffing a freshly opened cigar box.
Dark chocolate and espresso notes muscle in, sweetened by a caramel undertone. The smoke texture turns creamier here, though still packing enough nicotine to feel behind the eyes.
Leather and mineral earthiness emerge, balanced by lingering baking spices. Watch the tar buildup near the nub - this churchill doesn't shy from boldness.
Blended by Grupo de Maestros in La Romana, DR. The wrapper's San Andrés Valley soil contributes that signature dark chocolate base, while Estelí-grown ligero leaves amp up the strength. Don't let the montecristo name fool you - this is solidly in the New World cigar camp.
Pair with aged rum or peaty scotch to match its intensity. Let rest 6+ months in your humidor to mellow the pepper spike. Not for beginners, but veterans will appreciate its bold consistency.
