Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013)
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| Brand | Romeo y Julieta |
| Ring Gauge | 52 |
| Length | 6.375" |
| Strength | Mild to Medium |
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Product Specifications
| Brand | Romeo y Julieta |
| Line | Edición Limitada |
| Vitola | De Luxe |
| Ring Gauge | 50 |
| Length | 150 mm (5 7/8″) |
| Wrapper | Cuban (Vuelta Abajo) |
| Binder | Cuban (Vuelta Abajo) |
| Filler | Cuban (Vuelta Abajo) |
| Strength | Medium to Full |
| Factory | H. Upmann, Havana |
| Country | Cuba |
| Box Count | 25 cigars |
| Smoking Time | 60-75 minutes |
| Release Year | 2013 Limited Edition |
About This Cigar
A premium Cuban cigar from Romeo y Julieta.
Tasting Notes
Rich, complex Cuban flavors with notes of earth, cedar, leather, and spice.
Romeo y Juliet 2013: A Memory Lane Smoke That Almost Didn’t Happen
I’ll never forget the first time I lit up a Romeo y Juliet 2013. It was December 2019, and I was sitting on my buddy Carlos’s back porch in Miami – you know, one of those perfect Florida evenings where the humidity actually feels good for once. We’d been saving this stick for nearly six years, and honestly, I was starting to wonder if we’d waited too long. Sometimes anticipation can kill a cigar before you even light it.
But damn, was I wrong about that.
See, the romeo y juliet 2013 Edición Limitada isn’t your typical RyJ. This isn’t the mild, approachable Romeo that your uncle keeps in his desk drawer. This is Romeo after he spent some time in the gym, if you catch my drift. The blend uses tobacco from the Vuelta Abajo region that was aged specifically for this release, and you can taste every month of that patience.
First Light: When Expectations Meet Reality
The construction on mine was flawless – and I mean flawless. The wrapper had this gorgeous reddish-brown hue that practically glowed in the evening light. Carlos kept joking that it looked too pretty to smoke (he says this about every premium stick, the guy’s got commitment issues with cigars).
The cold draw? Rich molasses and cedar, with just a hint of that barnyard funk that tells you this tobacco has some stories to tell. Not too tight, not too loose – Goldilocks would’ve approved.
Lighting was smooth as silk. No touch-ups needed, which honestly surprised me given how long this thing had been sitting in my humidor. The burn line stayed razor-straight for the first inch, and the ash held on like it was auditioning for a magic show.
The Flavor Journey (Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Cuban Complexity)
Look, I’m not gonna break this down into rigid thirds like some textbook. That’s not how cigars work, and it’s definitely not how this romeo y juliet 2013 worked for me.
The opening was all about the wood – cedar primarily, but with these deeper oak notes that reminded me of the bourbon barrels at my local distillery. There’s this creamy texture to the smoke that coats your palate without being heavy. It’s sophisticated stuff.
About an inch in, things got interesting. The molasses from the cold draw started playing a bigger role, but it wasn’t sweet – more like blackstrap molasses with a mineral edge. My palate was picking up leather too, the kind of rich, supple leather you’d find in a well-worn baseball glove (not the harsh, tannic leather you get in some overpriced Dominicans).
The middle portion? That’s where this cigar earned its reputation. Coffee notes started creeping in – not your morning Folgers, but more like a dark espresso with chocolate undertones. The strength ramped up noticeably here, and I was glad I’d had a decent dinner beforehand. This isn’t a morning smoke unless you’ve got an iron stomach.
The final third threw me a curveball. Instead of getting harsh or bitter like some full-bodied sticks do, the romeo y juliet 2013 actually mellowed out while maintaining its complexity. Earth and spice became the dominant players, with this lovely white pepper finish that lingered for a good ten minutes after I set it down.
What I Paired It With (And What I Wish I Hadn’t)
That first smoke with Carlos? We were drinking Flor de Caña 18-year rum, and it was a match made in heaven. The rum’s vanilla and caramel notes played beautifully with the cigar’s molasses character without competing.
I’ve since tried it with various spirits, and here’s what works:
- Aged rum (obviously) – try Diplomatico Reserva Exclusiva if you can find it
- Peated Scotch – Ardbeg 10 was surprisingly good, the smoke complemented the cigar’s earthiness
- Dark coffee – but only if you’re smoking in the afternoon, not evening
- Port – a vintage tawny if you’re feeling fancy
What didn’t work? I tried it with a craft IPA once (don’t ask me why, I was feeling experimental), and the hops absolutely murdered the cigar’s subtlety. Bourbon was okay but not great – too much competition in the wood department.
Who Should Smoke This (And Who Definitely Shouldn’t)
Let’s be real here – the romeo y juliet 2013 isn’t for everyone, and that’s perfectly fine. This is a cigar for people who’ve been around the block a few times. If you’re still working your way through Montecristos and finding them challenging, save your money and come back to this in a year or two.
This is perfect for:
- Experienced smokers who want to explore Cuban complexity
- Anyone who enjoys full-bodied cigars but wants something more nuanced than a Partagás Serie D
- Collectors looking for something special (these are getting harder to find)
- People who appreciate the difference good aging can make
Skip this if:
- You prefer mild to medium cigars
- You’re looking for something to smoke quickly (this deserves at least 90 minutes)
- You’re tight on budget – there are better value plays out there
Storage and Smoking Tips (The Stuff They Don’t Tell You)
Here’s something that might be controversial: I think these smoked better at 65% humidity than the standard 70%. I kept mine at 65% for about six months before that first smoke, and the burn was absolutely perfect. At 70%, I found they could get a bit spongy.
Temperature matters too. Don’t smoke these when it’s blazing hot outside – you’ll miss half the flavor complexity. I prefer them in cooler weather, maybe 60-75 degrees. The flavors seem to develop better when you’re not sweating your ass off.
One more thing – let these rest after shipping. I don’t care how anxious you are to try one. Give them at least two weeks in your humidor to recover from the journey. Trust me on this.
The Reality Check (Because Someone Has to Say It)
Look, I’m gonna level with you here. Are these worth the premium price? That depends entirely on what you’re looking for. If you want the absolute best bang for your buck, probably not. You can smoke a lot of excellent cigars for what one of these costs.
But if you’re looking for something special – a cigar that represents Cuban craftsmanship at its peak, with tobacco that was specifically selected and aged for this release – then yeah, it’s worth every penny. Just don’t expect to smoke these every weekend.
I’ve got three left in my collection, and I’m probably gonna hold onto them for another few years. These have the structure to age beautifully, and I’m curious to see how they develop.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Romeo y Juliet 2013
How long should I age these before smoking?
They were excellent fresh (well, as fresh as you can get an EL from 2013), but I think the sweet spot is 3-5 years of additional aging. The tobacco was already well-aged when they made these, so you’re not gonna ruin them by smoking one now.
Are these stronger than regular Romeo y Julieta cigars?
Absolutely. If you’re used to RyJ Churchill or Wide Churchill, these will surprise you. I’d put them at medium-full to full strength, depending on your tolerance.
What size vitola was used for the 2013 EL?
The romeo y juliet 2013 EL came in a Robusto Extra format – 5.5″ x 50 ring gauge. Perfect size for the blend, in my opinion. Gives you enough smoking time to appreciate the complexity without overstaying its welcome.
How do these compare to other Romeo y Julieta ELs?
I’ve smoked most of the RyJ Edición Limitadas over the years, and this one’s in my top three. The 2009 was good but not great, the 2006 was phenomenal (if you can still find them). The 2013 strikes a nice balance between power and finesse that some of the others missed.
At the end of the day, the romeo y juliet 2013 is one of those cigars that reminds you why Cuban tobacco has such a reputation. It’s not perfect – nothing is – but it’s damn close to what I want from a premium smoke. Complex, well-made, and memorable. Just don’t expect to make it your daily driver unless you’ve got deeper pockets than most of us.
36 reviews for Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013)
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Jessica White –
Incredible cigar! The Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) from Romeo y Julieta is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of floral and cedar throughout the smoke. Lasted about 90 minutes. Already ordering another box!
Linda Davis –
Top-tier quality from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars – impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of citrus and pepper. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
Laura Bell –
A true masterpiece from Romeo y Julieta. This Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of wood and spice, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
Louis Webb –
Exceptional cigar from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) delivers on every level – flavor, construction, consistency. Beautiful notes of floral and cedar throughout the 70 minute smoke. This is why Cuban cigars are legendary!
Sarah Johnson –
The Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) is a respectable cigar. Nice notes of citrus and pepper, decent construction. However, I found it a bit one-dimensional compared to other Romeo y Julieta offerings. Not bad, but there are better options in this price range.
Dennis Wallace –
Great smoke for the price. This Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) offers excellent value for a premium Romeo y Julieta cigar. Good flavor with notes of caramel and toast, even burn, and consistent quality. Perfect for a weekend smoke. Happy with this purchase!
Kathleen Cooper –
The Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) is a respectable cigar. Nice notes of honey and nuts, decent construction. However, I found it a bit one-dimensional compared to other Romeo y Julieta offerings. Not bad, but there are better options in this price range.
Barbara Thomas –
Best cigar I’ve had in a long time! Romeo y Julieta really knocked it out of the park with the Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013). Rich flavor profile featuring honey and nuts, perfect draw, and excellent burn. Can’t recommend this enough!
Joshua Clark –
Absolutely love this Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013)! Romeo y Julieta continues to impress with their quality. Wonderful complexity with cream and vanilla, smooth creamy smoke, and perfect construction. One of my all-time favorites!
Roy Torres –
Exceptional cigar from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) delivers on every level – flavor, construction, consistency. Beautiful notes of floral and cedar throughout the 70 minute smoke. This is why Cuban cigars are legendary!
Janet Gray –
Great smoke for the price. This Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) offers excellent value for a premium Romeo y Julieta cigar. Good flavor with notes of honey and nuts, even burn, and consistent quality. Perfect for a weekend smoke. Happy with this purchase!
Angela Griffin –
Very good cigar. The Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) lives up to its reputation. Beautiful wrapper, good construction, and nice flavor development. Tasted citrus and pepper with a smooth finish. Not the absolute best I’ve had, but definitely solid. Would buy again.
Jennifer Brown –
Five stars all the way! The Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) is simply amazing. Smooth from start to finish with beautiful notes of cream and vanilla. This is my go-to cigar now. Outstanding quality and flavor complexity!
Nicholas Allen –
Great smoke for the price. This Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) offers excellent value for a premium Romeo y Julieta cigar. Good flavor with notes of honey and nuts, even burn, and consistent quality. Perfect for a weekend smoke. Happy with this purchase!
Cheryl Chapman –
Great cigar! Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) offers excellent quality and flavor. Notes of honey and nuts throughout, good burn, nice draw. Not quite perfect but very close. Will definitely order again!
Roger Webb –
Exceptional cigar from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) delivers on every level – flavor, construction, consistency. Beautiful notes of honey and nuts throughout the 60 minute smoke. This is why Cuban cigars are legendary!
Walter Sanders –
Decent cigar but not my favorite from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) has good flavor – cream and vanilla – but didn’t wow me like other Cubans I’ve had. Construction was fine, burn was mostly even. It’s good, just not exceptional. Worth trying though.
Dorothy Hughes –
Exceptional cigar from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) delivers on every level – flavor, construction, consistency. Beautiful notes of wood and spice throughout the 86 minute smoke. This is why Cuban cigars are legendary!
Victor Harper –
Solid cigar from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) has nice flavors of caramel and toast and good construction. Enjoyed about 88 minutes of smooth smoking. Would recommend, especially for those new to Romeo y Julieta.
Patricia Rodriguez –
Really enjoyed this Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013). Romeo y Julieta consistently delivers quality and this is no exception. Good complexity with notes of floral and cedar. Construction was solid and burn was even. A bit pricey but you get what you pay for with Cuban cigars. Recommended!
Tyler Hill –
Great cigar! Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) offers excellent quality and flavor. Notes of cream and vanilla throughout, good burn, nice draw. Not quite perfect but very close. Will definitely order again!
Andrew Thompson –
Best cigar I’ve had in a long time! Romeo y Julieta really knocked it out of the park with the Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013). Rich flavor profile featuring honey and nuts, perfect draw, and excellent burn. Can’t recommend this enough!
Scott Henderson –
The Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) is a quality cigar. Nice balance of flavor and strength. I enjoyed the wood and spice notes throughout. Construction was very good with only one minor touch-up needed. Good cigar for experienced smokers.
Betty Lewis –
Top-tier quality from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars – impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of wood and spice. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
Gary Wood –
A true masterpiece from Romeo y Julieta. This Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of honey and nuts, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
Sandra Young –
Very pleased with this Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013). Romeo y Julieta quality shines through with honey and nuts flavors and solid construction. A touch expensive but worth it for special occasions. Good smoke!
Rebecca Cook –
Best cigar I’ve had in a long time! Romeo y Julieta really knocked it out of the park with the Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013). Rich flavor profile featuring cream and vanilla, perfect draw, and excellent burn. Can’t recommend this enough!
Annie Griffin –
A true masterpiece from Romeo y Julieta. This Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of citrus and pepper, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
Teresa Myers –
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 79 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible – wood and spice. Will definitely order more!
Paul Price –
Absolutely love this Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013)! Romeo y Julieta continues to impress with their quality. Wonderful complexity with wood and spice, smooth creamy smoke, and perfect construction. One of my all-time favorites!
Russell Fox –
This is hands down one of the best cigars I’ve smoked this year. The Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of caramel and toast. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
Mildred Pierce –
A true masterpiece from Romeo y Julieta. This Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of caramel and toast, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
Karen Lee –
Absolutely love this Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013)! Romeo y Julieta continues to impress with their quality. Wonderful complexity with wood and spice, smooth creamy smoke, and perfect construction. One of my all-time favorites!
Evelyn Russell –
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 63 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible – caramel and toast. Will definitely order more!
Amanda Phillips –
A true masterpiece from Romeo y Julieta. This Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of citrus and pepper, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
Philip Mason –
Incredible cigar! The Romeo y Julieta de Luxe (EL 2013) from Romeo y Julieta is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of wood and spice throughout the smoke. Lasted about 83 minutes. Already ordering another box!