Product Presentation: Box of 25
First Third
When you first get the ember glowing, the smoke output is surprisingly dense for a smaller ring gauge. You get hit immediately with the taste of damp earth and fresh cedar, which are the hallmarks of this blend. There is a distinct black pepper spice on the retrohale that wakes up your palate, but it doesn't burn or overwhelm the other flavours. The draw usually offers a slight resistance, which helps keep the cigar from burning too hot too quickly.
Mid-Section
As the burn passes the first inch, the No. 4 enters its sweet spot. The earthiness mellows into something rounder, and roasted coffee bean joins dark cocoa on the palate. A subtle vanilla sweetness emerges—the signature Montecristo mid-palate that has made this the world's best-selling Cuban cigar. Roasted almonds add a nutty dimension. The body remains at medium, perfectly balanced.
Final Third
The final third sees the pepper return with more conviction, and the earth notes deepen. The cocoa darkens, and a leather quality surfaces. Despite the building intensity, there is no bitterness—just concentrated flavour. The finish is long and spicy, with coffee and cedar lingering on the palate.
| Feature | Details |
| Primary | Cedar wood, roasted coffee bean, dark cocoa |
| Secondary | Black pepper, damp earth, vanilla, roasted almond |
| Finish | Long, spicy, with persistent cedar and cocoa |
Founded in 1935, this brand took its name from the Alexander Dumas novel that torcedores loved listening to while they rolled tobacco leaves in the factory. It quickly became the standard for Cuban flavour. The No. 4 is the best-selling Cuban cigar by volume—a distinction held for decades—and the benchmark against which all Petit Coronas are judged.
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Montecristo No 4
$220.00
The Montecristo No. 4 is a Mareva (Petit Corona) format Cuban cigar measuring 129 mm (5.1") with a 42 ring gauge, presented in boxes of 25. It is the best-selling Cuban cigar by volume — a distinction it has held for decades.
Suited to smokers seeking the quintessential everyday Cuban cigar, the No. 4 delivers a medium-bodied profile of cedar, leather, and roasted coffee in a focused 30-to-40-minute session. It is the benchmark against which all Petit Coronas are judged and the ideal introduction to Cuban cigars.
The classic 42 ring gauge creates an intimate smoking experience where the wrapper's contribution takes centre stage. Hand-rolled using select Vuelta Abajo long-filler tobaccos, the construction is consistently excellent with an even burn and reliable draw. The overall character is balanced and approachable — cedar and leather anchor the profile, with roasted coffee, subtle earthiness, and a clean, satisfying finish. There is a reason this cigar has remained the world's favourite for generations: it delivers the signature Montecristo character with unfailing consistency.
Every Montecristo No. 4 from Cuban Cigars For Sale is 100% authentic and shipped worldwide with humidity-sealed packaging. Discover why this remains the world's most popular Cuban cigar.
| Brand | Montecristo |
| Ring Gauge | 42 |
| Length | 129 mm (5.1") |
| Strength | Medium |
| Size | Mareva |
| Vitola | Mareva |
| Primary | Cedar wood, roasted coffee bean, dark cocoa |
| Secondary | Black pepper, damp earth, vanilla, roasted almond |
| Finish | Long, spicy, with persistent cedar and cocoa |
2 reviews
These are my husband's favorite. I bought him a box for his birthday and he was thrilled. Smooth, medium-bodied, no bitterness. Good construction. He says they're better than most cigars at twice the price.
The Montecristo No.4 Cuban cigar is probably the most-smoked premium cigar in my humidor. It's the perfect size for a 40-minute smoke, the price is reasonable for what you get, and the flavor profile — creamy wood, light coffee, a gentle sweetness — is endlessly enjoyable. I've turned at least ten friends onto Cuban cigars with this exact stick. If someone asks me for the best Montecristo No 4 recommendation, this is it. Grab a box and keep them at 65% humidity for a few months. Magic.
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