thecrowder Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 Swung by the local B&M today and picked up a single Monte 520 then went home and went on a nice run. I figured I should reward myself for running so I took this guy to flame. Some thoughts: * This is a big cigar. At a 55rg it is a bit too big for my liking * Can't deny that the cigar is visually awesome! A smooth dark brown wrapper that just begs to be smoked * I knew this cigar was probably a bit over humidified for my tastes, but I lit it anyway * First third, OMG what a great cigar. Cream and chocolate flavors everywhere. If it keeps up this will be a classic right now * Second third, yep it is too wet and has lost a lot of flavors and is getting harsh * Have to relight numerous times * Final third, still harsh and still requires relighting. I blame the humidity Overall thoughts: * First third was fantastic and if the rest of it improves with lower humidity than this cigar will be a winner * The RG is just too big and is uncomfortable * I will definitely pick up more and let them rest a bit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbutcher Posted October 18, 2012 Share Posted October 18, 2012 I'd definately love to try these but not having a B&M where I live is making it hard to pick up a couple of singles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polarbear Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 At $30 a stick I might grab one before I go for a whole box Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MIKA27 Posted May 27, 2013 Share Posted May 27, 2013 I picked up a couple last Friday evening and wow, I love these! Kind of reminds me of the Montecristo Series D LE 2005 - The whole chocolate and ever so sweet/salty wrapper. Considering a box of these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zappaFREAK Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 I have a couple of boxes of these. I broke into 1 and don't think it will last long. Love the flavor and richness of this cigar. Like a strong monte with more fullness. Highly recommend these sticks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibrahim Posted June 8, 2013 Share Posted June 8, 2013 Got a box of those and smoked 2 to have a benchmark vs 2008 and 2010 LEs. I will not smoke any before they rest for another year. 2014 should be a good comeback Email: [email protected] Instagram: Cigarsdossier Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brazilstogie Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 I have gone through a box of these, and to me they are not all that. My friends, however, love these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianbeaver Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 We are on box #3. They are huge for us but if the weather is beautiful and it is our only cigar for the day or a couple of days, we love them. What I really like to do with them is gift one on special occasions to special friends. They go nuts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guybrush Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Never had a really good Montecristo 520 and the one today was below average. Not sure how much age they need. The Montecristo Sublime 2008 is almost expired in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melies Posted November 12, 2013 Share Posted November 12, 2013 Never had a really good Montecristo 520 and the one today was below average. Not sure how much age they need. The Montecristo Sublime 2008 is almost expired in my opinion. send me all of your expired sublimes please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fba Posted November 16, 2013 Share Posted November 16, 2013 I love this cigare, since december 2012, I must have smoked 4/5 boxes of it and still hold 2 for aging. My overall impression is that : 3 boxes where astonishing (same code BRU ENE 11), the other range from very good to good. I never had a bad experience. After the Maravilla n°1, the n°3 is one my favorite. It is tasty, creamy, suaves. A very good montecristo (IMHO) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hash Posted November 17, 2013 Share Posted November 17, 2013 Waiting for my box to arrive,to find out how good they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikB Posted November 17, 2013 Share Posted November 17, 2013 I smoked my first at the 520 years Anniversary dinner in Habana last year when HSA launched the cigar ; it was a killer cigar which actually floored my friend..(it was a long night). Sadly the ones I tried after that were not as stellar , or had a tight draw.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Profmd Posted November 17, 2013 Share Posted November 17, 2013 Have 2 boxes from Rob. Working on one right now and gonna let the second rest a bit. By far the best young right out of the box cigar I've had in a lot of years. Find them and you certainly can't go wrong! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polarbear Posted November 18, 2013 Share Posted November 18, 2013 I love these I'm a big Montecristo Fan though The Gran Edmundo is evolving into a great smoke and I hope these age just as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyfall Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 I love these I'm a big Montecristo Fan though The Gran Edmundo is evolving into a great smoke and I hope these age just as well x2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion21 Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 I'm going to pull one out this weekend after months of letting them rest. The first I smoked was stellar and the second was just ok. I laid them down thinking they were going sick. X3 on the MGE. They have developed into amazing cigars. Still a little light in the first third, but the last two thirds are very enjoyable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
habanokarlos Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 Swung by the local B&M today and picked up a single Monte 520 then went home and went on a nice run. I figured I should reward myself for running so I took this guy to flame. Some thoughts: * This is a big cigar. At a 55rg it is a bit too big for my liking * Can't deny that the cigar is visually awesome! A smooth dark brown wrapper that just begs to be smoked * I knew this cigar was probably a bit over humidified for my tastes, but I lit it anyway * First third, OMG what a great cigar. Cream and chocolate flavors everywhere. If it keeps up this will be a classic right now * Second third, yep it is too wet and has lost a lot of flavors and is getting harsh * Have to relight numerous times * Final third, still harsh and still requires relighting. I blame the humidity Overall thoughts: * First third was fantastic and if the rest of it improves with lower humidity than this cigar will be a winner * The RG is just too big and is uncomfortable * I will definitely pick up more and let them rest a bit Good review buddy, its a big cigar with tons of flavour but really does need some time too age a little, these are going to be something very special when they hit about 5yo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laxman Posted February 13, 2014 Share Posted February 13, 2014 I love these I'm a big Montecristo Fan though The Gran Edmundo is evolving into a great smoke and I hope these age just as well x4 Just smoked my first one tonight and loved it! Have two boxes sitting and will add to that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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