Montecristo Dantes Limited Edition 2016 stands among the most coveted Edición Limitada releases ever to carry the legendary Montecristo band. This medium to full 6.6" x 48 Hermoso No. 1 delivers creamy coffee, cocoa, and toasted nuts wrapped in aged spice. Reserve one for an unhurried evening when you want a genuine collector's smoke. Learn more →
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The Montecristo Dantes was the crowning release of the Habanos S.A. 2016 Edición Limitada program, and it remains one of the most talked about additions to the Montecristo portfolio. Its name pays tribute to Edmond Dantès, the protagonist of Alexandre Dumas’s 1844 novel The Count of Monte Cristo, the same literary source that gave the brand its identity back in the 1930s. What makes this cigar genuinely rare is its format: the Hermoso No. 1, a vitola never before used anywhere in the Montecristo range. Rolled with specially selected, fully matured wrapper, binder, and filler leaves aged at least two years before release, it carries the gravitas you expect from a true Edición Limitada.
The opening third is gentle and inviting, leading with sweet cream, soft toast, and a buttery roundness, with floral touches and a hint of sweet tea threading through the smoke. As you move into the second third the cigar gains structure, the cedar note firms up into a backbone and the flavors grow more intricate and defined. By the final third the Dantes reaches its fullest expression, with coffee, rich cocoa, and supple leather stepping forward as the body climbs toward medium to full. Throughout the smoke a subtle, well integrated sweetness keeps everything balanced rather than heavy.
Because the tobacco was already matured for a couple of years before this cigar left the factory, it smokes beautifully today, yet it also rewards patience. Keep it resting at roughly 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and around 18 degrees Celsius, and the sweeter floral elements tend to soften and meld with the deeper cocoa and leather over time. A seasoned humidor and a steady environment are all you need. With a limited edition like this, careful storage protects both the smoking experience and the long term value of the box.
This is a cigar for the collector and the seasoned aficionado who appreciates nuance over sheer power. If you enjoy a medium to full smoke that begins with elegance and finishes with depth, the Dantes will reward your attention from foot to band. It is equally at home as a centerpiece for a special occasion or as a quiet reward at the close of a long day, and its scarcity makes it a worthy addition to any serious humidor.
What size is the Montecristo Dantes Limited Edition 2016?
It is a Hermoso No. 1 vitola measuring 6.57 inches (167 mm) in length with a 48 ring gauge, the first and only Hermoso No. 1 ever used in the Montecristo line.
How strong is the Montecristo Dantes 2016?
It is classified as medium to full. It opens gently and builds in body, reaching its most intense point in the final third while remaining well balanced.
Why is the Dantes 2016 considered collectible?
It was the final release of the 2016 Edición Limitada program, produced in limited numbers with tobacco aged at least two years, and it introduced a vitola not found anywhere else in the Montecristo range.
Browse all Montecristo cigars, see our Montecristo price guide, or try the Montecristo No.2 and Montecristo Double Corona Limited Edition 2001. 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.
Customer Reviews
Absolutely love this Montecristo Dantes Limited Edition 2016! Montecristo continues to impress with their quality. Wonderful complexity with cocoa and cream, smooth creamy smoke, and perfect construction. One of my all-time favorites!
Top-tier quality from Montecristo. The Montecristo Dantes Limited Edition 2016 showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars - impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of earth and nuts. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
The Montecristo Montecristo Dantes Limited Edition 2016 is a quality cigar. Nice balance of flavor and strength. I enjoyed the cedar and coffee notes throughout. Construction was very good with only one minor touch-up needed. Good cigar for experienced smokers.
The Montecristo Dantes Limited Edition 2016 is a respectable cigar. Nice notes of wood and leather, decent construction. However, I found it a bit one-dimensional compared to other Montecristo offerings. Not bad, but there are better options in this price range.
Five stars all the way! The Montecristo Montecristo Dantes Limited Edition 2016 is simply amazing. Smooth from start to finish with beautiful notes of cocoa and cream. This is my go-to cigar now. Outstanding quality and flavor complexity!
This is hands down one of the best cigars I've smoked this year. The Montecristo Montecristo Dantes Limited Edition 2016 exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of earth and nuts. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
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