About the Montecristo Linea 1935 Maltes
The Montecristo Linea 1935 Maltes belongs to a prestige range that Habanos S.A. unveiled to mark the brand’s heritage, with the Maltes itself reaching the market as part of the celebrated Linea 1935 collection. Named in tribute to the year Montecristo was founded, this series was conceived to carry a fuller, more structured profile than the everyday Montecristo line, and the Maltes sits at the heart of that ambition. It is rolled as a Sobresalientes, a 153 mm by 53 ring gauge format presented in a lacquered box of twenty, and each cigar wears a secondary band that announces its individual vitola name. Long filler and rolled totally by hand, it represents the more powerful, old-school side of the marque.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third arrives with real presence, leading on earth and dark cocoa before creamy oak, leather, and a thread of coffee fill in behind. As the cigar settles into its middle section the nuttiness builds, with walnut and hazelnut joining the seasoned wood and a touch of citrus brightening the finish. Through the final third the smoke turns more intense and spicy, with black pepper and gentle balsamic herbal nuances rounding out a roasted, satisfying conclusion. Many smokers feel it echoes the bolder Montecristo character of earlier decades rather than the lighter modern style.
Pairings
- An aged Cuban rum, whose caramel and dried-fruit sweetness mirrors the cigar’s cocoa and oak.
- A robust single malt or a lightly peated Scotch to stand up to the spicier final third.
- A strong espresso or unsweetened dark roast coffee for an after-dinner ritual.
Aging and storage
Already a complex and well-balanced smoke, the Maltes responds gracefully to patient cellaring, with a few years of rest softening its peppery edges and drawing the cocoa and dried-fruit tones into sharper focus. Keep the box in a seasoned humidor held around 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and a steady temperature near 18 degrees Celsius. Rotating cigars occasionally and avoiding humidity swings will preserve the oils in the wrapper and reward you with a rounder, more harmonious cigar over time.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the experienced palate that wants weight and depth rather than a gentle introduction. Devotees of the classic Montecristo house style, collectors chasing the sought-after Linea 1935 range, and anyone who enjoys a fuller Cuban after a meal will find a great deal to admire here. Newer smokers can certainly enjoy it, though it is best approached with a full stomach and an unhurried evening ahead.
Frequently asked questions
How strong is the Montecristo Linea 1935 Maltes?
It sits in the medium to full range, noticeably more powerful and structured than the regular production Montecristo line while remaining smooth and refined.
What size is the Maltes?
It is a Sobresalientes vitola measuring 6.0 inches (153 mm) with a 53 ring gauge, presented in boxes of twenty.
What does the Maltes taste like?
Expect dark cocoa and earth up front, seasoned oak, leather, coffee, and nuts through the middle, then a spicier, peppery and roasted finish.
Explore more
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.
