Cedar Petacas Five Cigars Montecristo No.2 is the definitive Cuban torpedo, presented in a traditional cedar petaca of five. This medium 6.1″ x 52 Piramides delivers cocoa, espresso, and toasted cedar. Recommended for established palates who want the flagship Montecristo in a smaller pack.
About the Cedar Petacas Five Cigars Montecristo No.2
The Cedar Petacas Five Cigars Montecristo No.2 packages one of Cuba’s most celebrated torpedoes in a slim cedar petaca, a traditional Habanos presentation that wraps five cigars in a sleeve of Spanish cedar. Montecristo, founded in Havana in 1935, built its reputation on consistency and balance, and the No.2 stands as the flagship Piramides of the entire marca. Hand rolled with long filler tobaccos from the Vuelta Abajo region, this is the cigar many aficionados reach for when they want the definitive Cuban experience in a tapered, elegant shape.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third settles into classic Montecristo territory, leading with cocoa and freshly ground coffee over a base of toasted cedar and gentle earth. As the smoke develops through the middle, leather and roasted nuts join the picture while a creamy texture keeps everything smooth and rounded. The final third gathers strength and grows more assertive, layering espresso, dark chocolate, and a lift of light spice that builds toward a satisfying, full close.
Pairings
Aged Cuban or Dominican rum, whose caramel sweetness echoes the cocoa and coffee core.
A single malt Scotch with sherry influence to mirror the leather and dried fruit tones.
A short, intense espresso or a strong black coffee for the daytime smoker.
Aging and storage
The cedar petaca itself contributes to a slow, gentle maturation, since the wood breathes alongside the tobacco and softens the cigar’s edges over time. Keep your cigars in a seasoned humidor held around 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and a temperature near 18 to 20 degrees Celsius. The No.2 already smokes beautifully young, yet several years of patient rest tends to marry the flavors and deepen its creamy, woody character.
Who it is for
This release suits the smoker who wants a recognized Cuban benchmark without committing to a full box of twenty five. The medium to full body rewards an established palate, while the torpedo head and progressive flavor make it engaging enough for a focused, unhurried sit. If you appreciate the Piramides shape and the polished house style of Montecristo, the cedar petaca is an ideal way to keep a handful of these on hand.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Montecristo No.2? It is a Piramides, or torpedo, measuring 6.1 inches (156 mm) with a 52 ring gauge and a tapered head.
How strong is the Montecristo No.2? It is generally regarded as medium to full bodied, beginning mellow and gaining intensity toward the final third.
What is a cedar petaca? A petaca is a traditional Habanos sleeve of Spanish cedar that holds a small number of cigars, here five, helping protect them and aiding gentle aging.
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