Altadis, makers of Montecristo cigars, have teamed with the illustrious cigar masters Grupo de Maestros and the Plascencia family to create a Montecristo for the 21st Century: The Espada by Montecristo. Literally meaning “sword,” the Espada is an aptly-named cigar that is leading the charge of Montecristo’s reboot with epically rich and complex smokes.
The Espada by Montecristo Quillon is a 7” x 56 brute that is built around Habano Jalapa Seco Vintage 2008, Habano Jalapa Viso Ometepe Vintage 2008 and Habano Condega Ligero Vintage 2008 filler tobaccos that are tucked into a 2009 Habano Jalapa Binder. A velvety 2010 Habana Jalapa wrapper leaf finishes the Nicaraguan Puro, a Montecristo first.
The epic near-two hour smoke unleashes a bevy of lush earth, cedar and pepper flavors that swirl into a full-bodied experience with notes of caramel, nuts and spice. The Espada Quillon is bold to the end with a creamy undercurrent and citrusy tang emerging during the satisfying finale.
A wholly unique cigar and a classic in its own right, the Espada by Montecristo Quillon is a masterfully crafted smoke that is rocketing to the top of favorite lists across the land. Clear your schedule and savor this magnificent creation after a grand feast and with an 18 year or older Single Malt Highland Whiskey.
