About the Hoyo de Monterrey Regalos EL 2007
The Hoyo de Monterrey Regalos EL 2007 belongs to the celebrated Edicion Limitada program from Habanos S.A., the annual series reserved for special vitolas rolled with specially aged tobacco. This release marked the fifth time the Hoyo de Monterrey marca was chosen for the Limitada line, a recognition of the brand’s reputation for refined, aromatic Vuelta Abajo blends. Every leaf used in the 2007 limited editions, from wrapper to binder to filler, was aged for at least two years before rolling, lending the smoke an unusual roundness even in its youth. The Regalos format, a Corona Extra measuring 5.4 inches (137 mm) by a 46 ring gauge, was presented in slide lid boxes of 25 and wears the elegant dual band that signals its limited status.
Flavor profile by thirds
The first third opens with creamy, well coated smoke carrying cinnamon stick and dark chocolate, framed by oak and a gentle underlying sweetness. Through the middle, smoky hardwoods come forward alongside roasted espresso, leather, earth and a touch of creamy almond, with a soft green peppercorn lift on the back of the palate. The final third sees the chocolate recede as espresso bitterness deepens, while the signature cinnamon thread and a salted caramel sweetness on the retrohale keep the experience balanced and full of character.
Pairings
- An aged Cuban or Dominican rum, whose molasses sweetness echoes the cigar’s salted caramel and chocolate notes.
- A lightly peated single malt Scotch, which leans into the smoky hardwood and espresso character.
- A rich, freshly brewed espresso or dark roast coffee to mirror the roasted bean depth in the second and final thirds.
Aging and storage
Because the 2007 limited editions were built on tobacco already aged two years, these cigars entered the world with a head start, and the years since have only smoothed their edges further. Keep them at roughly 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and a steady temperature near 18 degrees Celsius (around 65 Fahrenheit) in a well seasoned humidor. A vintage Habanos like this rewards patience, so resting boxes undisturbed allows the cinnamon, espresso and leather notes to marry into an even more harmonious whole.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the collector and the seasoned aficionado who appreciate the cachet of a discontinued Edicion Limitada. Smokers who gravitate toward medium to full bodied Cubans with layered sweetness and roasted depth will find plenty to admire here. It is equally at home as a special occasion smoke or a centerpiece for a tasting among friends who can appreciate a properly matured Havana.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Hoyo de Monterrey Regalos EL 2007?
It is a Corona Extra vitola measuring 5.4 inches (137 mm) with a 46 ring gauge, presented in boxes of 25.
What does the Regalos EL 2007 taste like?
Expect a medium to full profile of cinnamon, dark chocolate and roasted espresso, supported by oak, leather, earth and a salted caramel sweetness on the retrohale.
Is the Regalos EL 2007 a limited edition?
Yes. It was released as part of the Habanos Edicion Limitada program in 2007, rolled with tobacco aged at least two years, which makes it a prized and now hard to find Cuban cigar.
Explore more
Browse all Hoyo de Monterrey cigars, see our Hoyo de Monterrey price guide, or try the Hoyo De Monterrey Epicure No.2 and Hoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo de Río Seco. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from Wikipedia, the official Habanos S.A. site.