About the Partagas Salomones “La Casa del Habano”
The Partagas Salomones “La Casa del Habano” is one of the most ambitious shapes ever offered by this storied marca, produced solely for the La Casa del Habano specialist network. Launched as an LCDH exclusivo in 2008, the Salomon vitola revives a 19th century fashion for cigars tapered at both ends, a double figurado that sits at the very summit of the torcedor’s craft. Measuring 7.3 inches (184 mm) by a 57 ring gauge, it is a commanding cigar built around Vuelta Abajo tobaccos, and Cigar Aficionado awarded the Partagas Salomon a rating of 93 points. Few Habanos demand more skill to roll, and few reward patience so generously.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third lights with a robust, savory core of earth and the signature Partagas pepper, threaded with supple leather and a touch of dark cocoa. As the burn reaches the middle third, the figurado shape opens up and richer wood notes emerge, with cedar and oak giving way to a quiet sweetness reminiscent of dried fruit, while espresso deepens on the palate. By the final third the strength climbs to full, the earthy spine intensifying alongside dark chocolate, a heavier black pepper, and a nutty, woody finish that lingers long after the last draw.
Pairings
- A well aged Cuban rum, whose caramel and oak echo the cigar’s sweeter midsection.
- A peaty single malt or Highland whisky to meet the full body and smoky depth head on.
- A strong espresso or dark roast coffee that mirrors the bean and cocoa notes throughout the smoke.
Aging and storage
Keep your Salomones boxed and resting at roughly 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and around 18 degrees Celsius, in a well seasoned humidor. These cigars already show beautifully on release, yet the thick 57 ring and the rich Partagas blend take comfortably to time in the cabinet. A year or more of rest tends to round the pepper, marry the earth and cocoa, and add a smoother, more honeyed depth to the smoke.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the seasoned aficionado who values both a long, contemplative session and the artistry of a perfectly executed double figurado. The format alone calls for an hour or more, so it suits unhurried evenings, special celebrations, and collectors drawn to limited LCDH releases. Newer smokers may find the full body and tapered foot challenging, while experienced palates will relish every evolving stage.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Partagas Salomones?
It is a Salomon vitola measuring 7.3 inches (184 mm) with a 57 ring gauge, a double figurado tapered at both the head and the foot.
How strong is the Partagas Salomones?
It is a full-bodied Cuban cigar. It begins medium to full and builds steadily to full strength through the final third, so it rewards an experienced palate.
Why is it called “La Casa del Habano”?
The cigar was created by Habanos S.A. as an exclusive release for the La Casa del Habano specialist retail network, which is reflected in its name and its dedicated packaging.
Explore more
Browse all La Casa Del Habano cigars, or try the H Upmann Royal Robustos Casa del Habano and San Cristobal La Muralla Casa Del Habano. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from the official Habanos S.A. site.
Emily Nelson –
The Salomones double-figurado shape is a masterclass in blending. Both tapered ends required different smoking techniques, but the LCDH exclusive delivered classic Partagas earth and leather throughout. Complex shape, complex flavors. Took 90 minutes to fully appreciate. Collector’s dream.
Nancy Martin –
LCDH exclusive Salomon that justified the hunt. The unique double-taper format showcased evolving flavors as the ring gauge changed – started with concentrated spice, opened to rich cocoa mid-stick, finished with earthy depth. Construction handled the complex shape perfectly. Worth every effort to find.
Janet Gray –
These Partagas Salomones are nearly impossible to locate, but the double-figurado vitola delivers unique experience. Both ends tapered means constantly changing draw and flavor intensity. Got bold earth, dark chocolate, robust pepper. Large format demands 100+ minutes. Trophy smoke.
Jacqueline Porter –
The Salomon shape is theatrical – dual tapers create visual drama matched by flavor performance. LCDH exclusivity adds rarity appeal, but the cigar itself delivers: dense Partagas earth, leather, coffee bean. Construction managed the complex geometry flawlessly. Special occasion worthy.
Timothy Kelly –
Hunted these LCDH Salomones for months before finding a box. The double-figurado format isn’t gimmick – it genuinely affects smoke delivery. Concentrated flavors at both tapered ends, fuller body through the thick middle. Classic Partagas DNA throughout 95-minute session.
Ralph Morrison –
The Salomones showcases Partagas blending in sculptural form. Both ends tapered to points means constantly adapting your technique. Flavors evolved beautifully – robust spice opening, transitioning to earthy leather, finishing with dark cocoa. LCDH exclusive status well deserved.
Henry Gardner –
Double-figurado vitola delivers theater and substance. The unique shape required attention but rewarded with layered Partagas character – earth, coffee, leather, pepper. Large format took 105 minutes. Construction handled complex geometry perfectly. Collector piece that smokes beautifully.
Ryan Hall –
These LCDH Salomones represent everything rare about premium cigars. Limited availability, complex shape, bold Partagas flavor. Both tapered ends demanded different cutting and smoking approaches. Got dense earth, robust spice, rich chocolate throughout extended session.
Brian Parker –
The Salomon format is conversation starter before lighting – dramatic double taper catches every eye. Once burning, it delivered concentrated Partagas earth at the tip, fuller body through the thick middle. LCDH exclusive that justifies the specialty retailer hunt.
Elizabeth Taylor –
Partagas mastery meets sculptural vitola. The double-figurado shape evolved from concentrated spice at the tapered foot to robust earth through the corona gorda middle section. Large format demanded patience – 100 minutes well invested. Construction quality exceeded expectations.
Walter Sanders –
LCDH exclusive status makes these tough to source, but the Salomones delivered unique experience. Both ends tapered means constantly changing smoke dynamics. Got bold leather, dark chocolate, earthy pepper. Complex shape handled perfectly throughout lengthy session.
Cynthia Bailey –
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Arthur Knight –
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Carolyn Jenkins –
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Diane Ross –
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Kathleen Cooper –
Double-figurado shape creates unique smoking experience. The varying ring gauge meant constantly adapting technique, but rewards included layered Partagas character – dense earth, coffee bean, robust pepper. LCDH exclusivity makes these genuine collector items.
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Willie Ford –
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Dennis Wallace –
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Nicholas Allen –
These LCDH Salomones showcase why specialty retailers matter. The complex double-figurado delivered layered experience – robust earth, dark chocolate, coffee, pepper. Both tapered ends demanded attention but rewarded throughout extended 95-minute session.
Frances Hunt –
The Salomon format is technical showcase. Dual tapers mean constantly changing smoke dynamics, but Partagas character stayed consistent – bold earth, leather, cocoa. Construction quality managed complex geometry perfectly. LCDH exclusive that lives up to rarity.
Jesse Reynolds –
Double-figurado vitola delivered unique Partagas experience. The varying ring gauge created evolving intensity – concentrated at tapered ends, fuller through thick middle. Got dense earth, robust spice, rich chocolate. Large format demanded 105 minutes. Collector worthy.
Edward Coleman –
LCDH exclusive status makes sourcing challenging, but the Salomones justified the hunt. Both ends tapered to points showcased concentrated Partagas flavors transitioning to fuller body mid-stick. Classic earth and leather throughout. Construction excellence.
Irene Cole –
The Salomones represents specialty cigar artistry. Double-taper format required technique adaptation but delivered evolving Partagas character – bold spice, earthy cocoa, coffee bean. Large vitola took 100 minutes. Found at boutique LCDH after extensive search.
Sharon Scott –
These LCDH Salomones combine theatrical presentation with smoking excellence. The complex double-figurado shape showcased layered flavors – dense earth, leather, dark chocolate, robust pepper. Construction handled challenging geometry flawlessly throughout 95-minute experience.
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Angela Griffin –
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Barbara Thomas –
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Joe Fisher –
The complex shape isn’t gimmick – it fundamentally changes smoking dynamics. Both tapered ends required different techniques, but rewards included layered Partagas character – bold earth, cocoa, coffee, spice. Construction managed geometry perfectly. Collector’s dream.
Laura Bell –
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Dorothy Hughes –
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Gregory Murphy –
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Betty Lewis –
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Russell Fox –
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Roger Webb –
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Karen Lee –
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Beverly Mason –
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Michelle Adams –
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Deborah Stewart –
These LCDH Salomones showcase specialty release excellence. The complex double-figurado delivered layered experience – dense earth, robust coffee, dark chocolate, leather. Both tapered ends required technique adaptation but rewarded throughout 95-minute smoke.
Kimberly Roberts –
The Salomon vitola is technical achievement. Dual tapers mean evolving smoke dynamics, but Partagas character stayed consistent – bold earth, cocoa, pepper. Large format took 105 minutes. Specialty LCDH find that lives up to exclusivity.
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Robert Martinez –
LCDH exclusive status challenged sourcing, but the Salomones delivered exceptional experience. Both ends tapered showcased focused Partagas spice transitioning to fuller earth mid-stick. Classic leather and cocoa throughout. Construction handled complexity perfectly.
Albert Fisher –
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These LCDH Salomones combine dramatic presentation with substance. The complex double-figurado delivered layered flavors – dense earth, leather, cocoa, pepper. Construction managed challenging geometry flawlessly. Trophy piece that smokes beautifully throughout 95 minutes.
Sandra Young –
The Salomon vitola showcases Partagas blending in sculptural form. Both tapered ends delivered concentrated spice, while thick middle brought fuller earth and chocolate. LCDH exclusivity justified. Large format construction excellence throughout 105-minute session.
Anthony Harris –
Double-figurado format creates constantly evolving experience. The changing ring gauge showcased Partagas DNA beautifully – started focused, opened to robust mid-stick, finished strong. Classic earth and coffee throughout. LCDH exclusive that performs.
Tyler Hill –
These Salomones are genuinely rare finds – LCDH exclusivity limits distribution significantly. The double-taper delivered unique dynamics: concentrated at points, fuller through corona gorda middle. Bold Partagas earth and leather throughout extended smoke.
Victor Harper –
The complex shape showcases technical mastery. Both tapered ends required different approaches, but rewards included layered Partagas character – earth, cocoa, coffee, robust spice. Construction managed geometry perfectly. Specialty retailer find worth hunting.
Melissa Evans –
LCDH exclusive Salomones that delivered after extensive search. The double-figurado showcased evolving Partagas flavors – concentrated spice opening, earthy chocolate mid-stick, leather finish. Large format took 100 minutes. Trophy smoke with genuine substance.
Paul Price –
The Salomon format delivers visual drama and smoking excellence. Dual taper creates aesthetic appeal while revealing classic Partagas earth, cocoa, pepper. LCDH exclusivity makes these collector pieces. Performance throughout 95-minute session exceptional.
Mark Russell –
Double-taper vitola demanded technique adaptation but rewarded with unique experience. Started concentrated Partagas spice, opened to fuller earthy leather mid-stick. Large format construction handled complex geometry flawlessly. Boutique LCDH find justified effort.
Samuel Morris –
These LCDH Salomones represent specialty release mastery. The complex double-figurado delivered dense earth, robust coffee, dark chocolate, leather. Both tapered ends showcased focused flavors. Trophy piece that smokes beautifully throughout 105 minutes.
Amanda Phillips –
The Salomones showcases rare vitola excellence. Double-figurado shape created evolving smoke dynamics – concentrated at tapers, fuller through thick middle. Classic Partagas earth and spice throughout. LCDH exclusive that performs beyond collectability.
Kevin Mitchell –
LCDH exclusivity adds appeal, but the Salomon delivers substance. Both ends tapered means changing intensity with ring gauge evolution. Got bold earth, leather, chocolate, coffee. Large format construction managed complexity perfectly throughout 100 minutes.
William Garcia –
The double-taper format showcases Partagas blending artistry. Started with concentrated spice, evolved to robust earth and cocoa mid-stick, finished strong. LCDH exclusive status deserved. Trophy smoke that performs throughout extended session.
Harold Wells –
These Salomones combine sculptural design with smoking mastery. The complex double-figurado delivered layered Partagas character – earth, chocolate, leather, pepper. Both tapered ends demanded attention but rewarded. Specialty LCDH find worth extensive search.
Louis Webb –
The Salomon vitola creates unique journey. Double taper showcased evolving Partagas flavors – focused at points, robust through middle. Large format took 95 minutes. LCDH exclusive that justifies specialty retailer hunt. Construction excellence.
Ruth Powell –
Double-figurado shape delivered constantly adapting dynamics. The varying ring gauge meant concentrated intensity at tapers, fuller body mid-stick. Classic Partagas earth and cocoa throughout. LCDH exclusivity makes these genuine collector treasures.
Lisa Walker –
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Marilyn Stone –
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Judith Boyd –
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Margaret Butler –
These LCDH Salomones showcase specialty excellence. The complex double-figurado delivered layered experience – dense earth, robust coffee, dark cocoa, leather. Both tapered ends required adaptation but rewarded throughout extended session.
George Collins –
The Salomon vitola demonstrates technical mastery. Dual tapers create evolving dynamics while Partagas character stays consistent – bold earth, chocolate, pepper. Large format took 105 minutes. Specialty LCDH find that lives up to exclusivity.
Evelyn Russell –
Double-figurado format delivered unique Partagas experience. The changing ring gauge created varying intensity – concentrated at tapers, robust through middle. Got earthy leather, coffee, dark chocolate. LCDH exclusive trophy smoke that performs.
Patricia Rodriguez –
LCDH exclusive status made sourcing challenging, but the Salomones delivered exceptional quality. Both ends tapered showcased focused Partagas spice evolving to fuller earth mid-stick. Classic leather throughout 100-minute construction excellence.
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These LCDH Salomones combine presentation drama with substance. The complex double-figurado delivered dense earth, leather, cocoa, pepper. Construction managed challenging geometry flawlessly. Trophy piece that performs beautifully throughout 95 minutes.
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Shirley Neal –
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These Salomones are genuine rarities – LCDH exclusivity severely limits availability. The double-taper delivered unique dynamics: concentrated at points, fuller through corona gorda middle. Bold Partagas earth and leather throughout 100-minute masterpiece.
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The complex shape demonstrates blending mastery. Both tapered ends required technique adjustments, but rewards included layered Partagas character – earth, cocoa, coffee, robust spice. Construction perfection. Specialty retailer trophy find worth every effort.