Product Presentation: Box of 10
First Third
The Prominente format opens with a measured authority that rewards patience. Cedar dominates the initial draws—aged and warm after two decades—while cocoa and coffee build steadily beneath. The large ring gauge delivers cool, substantial smoke with a creamy texture that sets the stage for a long session. Earth tones anchor the profile from the outset, with a hint of dried fruit providing unexpected sweetness on the retrohale. The body establishes itself at solid medium, promising growth ahead.
Mid-Section
The extended length allows the blend to unfold gradually through the middle third. Dark chocolate joins the cocoa, richer and more assertive, while the cedar evolves from dry wood into something more aromatic and resinous. Roasted nuts emerge—almonds and walnuts—adding a savoury dimension. Black pepper builds on the finish, measured and warming rather than aggressive. The leather that was absent in the opening now makes its presence felt, smooth and well-integrated. Each draw reveals the benefits of over twenty years of maturation.
Final Third
The Double Corona rewards those who take it to the final act. The intensity deepens without harshness—earth and leather dominating while coffee and chocolate provide sweetness. Mineral notes appear, adding a dry, sophisticated edge. The pepper remains present but balanced, and the cream that opened the cigar returns as a binding element. The finish is long and resonant, with woody and cocoa notes persisting well after each draw.
| Feature | Details |
| Primary | Cedar, Cocoa, Coffee |
| Secondary | Chocolate, Nuts, Earth, Black pepper |
| Finish | Medium-long with persistent cocoa and woody notes |
Montecristo was founded in 1935 by Alonso Menendez at the H. Upmann factory in Havana, named after Alexandre Dumas' novel The Count of Monte Cristo, which was a favorite reading among the factory's cigar rollers. The 2001 Edicion Limitada programme was one of the earliest years in Cuba's limited-edition series, and the Double Corona format—at 194 mm, among the largest vitolas in the catalogue—provided an ideal canvas for showcasing the brand's signature blend with specially aged tobaccos.
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Montecristo Double Corona Limited Edition 2001
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The Montecristo Double Corona Limited Edition 2001 is a Prominente (Double Corona) format Cuban cigar measuring 194 mm (7.6") with a 49 ring gauge, presented in boxes of 25. Released as part of the 2001 Edicion Limitada programme — one of the earliest years of Cuba's limited-edition series — it uses tobaccos aged beyond Montecristo's standard requirements.
With over two decades of natural rest, surviving examples offer extraordinary depth suited to collectors and experienced smokers seeking a grand-format vintage Montecristo. The medium-to-full profile centres on cedar, leather, and dark chocolate.
Every leaf was sourced from Cuba's premier Vuelta Abajo growing regions, and the construction reflects the precision demanded of limited-edition Habanos releases. The generous Double Corona dimensions deliver a cool, even draw over an extended session, while the aged wrapper has developed a mature, evolved quality. The overall character is smooth and commanding — cedar and leather form a rich foundation, supported by dark chocolate, subtle earthiness, and the integrated complexity that only decades of proper cellaring can produce. This is a cigar that demonstrates what time achieves with exceptional Cuban tobacco.
Every Montecristo Double Corona LE 2001 from Cuban Cigars For Sale is sourced through verified Habanos channels and shipped worldwide with humidity-controlled packaging. A highly sought-after collector's piece with full provenance assurance.
| Brand | Montecristo |
| Ring Gauge | 49 |
| Length | 194 mm (7.6") |
| Strength | Medium to Full |
| Size | Prominente |
| Vitola | Prominente |
| Primary | Cedar, Cocoa, Coffee |
| Secondary | Chocolate, Nuts, Earth, Black pepper |
| Finish | Medium-long with persistent cocoa and woody notes |
2 reviews
My partner surprised me with one of these for our anniversary. Twenty-plus years of aging has done incredible things. Absolutely no harshness, just wave after wave of complex flavors — espresso, dark fruit, old wood. Smoked it slowly over nearly two hours on our terrace in Stockholm. A once-in-a-lifetime smoke.
Finding a Montecristo Double Corona LE 2001 in good condition is like finding buried treasure. I sourced a couple from a private collector in London last year and smoked one in December. Over two decades of aging have transformed this into something extraordinary — deep, rich cocoa and aged leather with a sweetness that reminds me of dried figs. The smoke is impossibly smooth, like silk. If you ever get the chance to buy Montecristo Limited Edition 2001 cigars, don't think twice. This is Cuban cigar history in your hand.
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