{"product_id":"montecristo-m-no-2","title":"Montecristo M No. 2","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMontecristo M No. 2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMontecristo M No. 2\u003c\/strong\u003e is an ultra-premium \u003cstrong\u003e6 1\/4 x 52 Torpedo\u003c\/strong\u003e that showcases one of the most distinctive tobaccos used in a modern Montecristo blend: a certified golden \u003cstrong\u003eEcuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper aged for more than 20 years\u003c\/strong\u003e. Produced in Nicaragua by \u003cstrong\u003eAJ Fernandez\u003c\/strong\u003e, this exceptional wrapper is paired with carefully selected Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos to create a refined, medium-bodied smoking experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced as part of the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eMontecristo M\u003c\/strong\u003e collection, the No. 2 combines the elegance and creaminess associated with Connecticut Shade tobacco with the depth and character of Nicaraguan leaf. Its classic pointed Torpedo format further concentrates the flavors, producing an elegant profile of \u003cstrong\u003ewalnut, cedar, toasted caramel, roasted nuts and subtle spice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCigar Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Montecristo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Montecristo M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitola:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 1\/4 x 52\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Torpedo \/ Figurado\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaragua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e AJ Fernandez\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrapper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade – Aged 20+ Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaraguan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiller:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaraguan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade Premium Long Filler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small \/ Limited Production Due to Wrapper Availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Cigars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMontecristo M No. 2\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers creamy, substantial smoke with an elegant combination of \u003cstrong\u003ewalnut, wood and toasted caramel\u003c\/strong\u003e. As the cigar develops, a restrained spice emerges on the finish, complementing rather than overpowering the naturally refined character of its aged Connecticut wrapper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional characteristics associated with the Montecristo M blend include \u003cstrong\u003eaged cedar, roasted nuts, coffee and vanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a sophisticated balance between creamy sweetness and the deeper earthy-spicy character of the Nicaraguan interior tobaccos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e90 Points – Cigar Aficionado\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact \u003cstrong\u003eMontecristo M No. 2\u003c\/strong\u003e received a \u003cstrong\u003e90-point rating from Cigar Aficionado\u003c\/strong\u003e. The cigar was initially rated 90 points by \u003cstrong\u003eCigar Insider in February 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e and subsequently received another \u003cstrong\u003e90-point Cigar Aficionado rating in April 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points – Cigar Aficionado\u003cbr\u003e90 Points – Cigar Insider\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCigar Aficionado highlighted the No. 2's attractive golden wrapper and precise pointed head, describing a creamy, substantial smoke with flavors of \u003cstrong\u003ewalnut, wood and toasted caramel\u003c\/strong\u003e followed by subtle spice on the finish.\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/origin.cigaraficionado.com\/ratings\/25953\/name\/montecristo-m-no.-2-figurado\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBox of 20 Cigars\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMontecristo M No. 2 is presented in boxes of 20 cigars\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because production depends on the availability of the exceptionally aged wrapper tobacco, Montecristo M is manufactured in limited quantities compared with Montecristo's major core lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 1\/4 x 52 Torpedo \/ Figurado.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in Nicaragua by \u003cstrong\u003eAJ Fernandez\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolden Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWrapper aged for more than 20 years.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrapper tobacco grown by A.S.P. Enterprises.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNicaraguan binder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNicaraguan filler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium-bodied profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotes of walnut, wood, toasted caramel, cedar, roasted nuts and subtle spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced in limited quantities due to the scarcity of the aged wrapper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoxes include a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points – Cigar Aficionado.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points – Cigar Insider.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20 cigars per box.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontecristo M\u003c\/strong\u003e is part of the Montecristo portfolio from Altadis U.S.A. and is handcrafted in Nicaragua by AJ Fernandez. The collection was created to showcase an exceptionally rare Connecticut Shade wrapper aged for more than two decades, pairing the elegance of mature Ecuadorian leaf with the depth and complexity of premium Nicaraguan tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montecristo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48102698254534,"sku":"196043005376","price":431.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/2707\/2198\/files\/Montecristo_M_No._2.png?v=1790782183","url":"https:\/\/cigarsisland.com\/products\/montecristo-m-no-2","provider":"Cigars Island by Entre Humos LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}