Montecristo Platinum Cigar Series
The Platinum cigar series offers the cigar aficionado a rich, sensual smoking experience.
The picture on the original box, showing old Havana in an earlier time, was painted by Michel Delacroix, yes the same guy from the Montecristo Le Cigare des Arts Delacroix series, the acclaimed French master of the naïf tradition.
The Montecristo Platinum is really a reward for all of the senses.
Here some facts & figures about this release:
Country: Dom. Rep.
Filler: Dom. Rep., Nicaragua, or Peru
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Binder: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Mexico
Montecristo Platinum Series Habana No. 2
It received a 92 in 1998 but also an 86 in 2001. You"ll be the judge!
Well concerning the size, it is "A" of course and is 9 ¼" long.
The "A" from the "Le Cigare Des Arts" series is a bit lumpy, but with a nicely finished head. The draw is tad tight and firm. The cigar is woody and sweet, with a syrupy, marzipan taste, and a hint of nuts.
Body: Medium
Montecristo Platinum Series La Baia
The board of judges gave the 5 1/2" X 44 Corona a score of 85 points.
The Platinum La Baia is a dark corona cigar that besides of having a nice burn also has a cocoa flavor to it.
But if you are looking for a cigar with a little more depth, you are better of with a different one because it lacks it. Most likely the reason for the relatively low score of 85.
Body: Mild
Montecristo Platinum Series Mini-Belicoso
The Mini Belicoso received 88 POINTS from Cigar Aficionado. It is 5" long and has a 52 ring.
This Figurado is a gorgeous mini-belicoso with a silky wrapper and a well constructed cap. Although the smoke is sharp, the taste is actually toasty and full of flavor.
Flavors include notes of vanilla and cream. Some reported peppery flavors! How did that happen? Well, but in the end those Montecristo cigars turn out to be spicy and yes, a little bitter.
Body: Medium
Montecristo Platinum Series No.1
Score: 88 POINTS from Cigar Aficionado
Size: Petit Corona
Ring Gauge: 45
Length: 4
Though this petit corona is firm in the hand, its cap is jagged and the draw is firm. The aromas soften and develop earthy cinnamon top notes.
Body: Medium
Montecristo Platinum Series Petite No. 2
Score: 89 POINTS
Size: Figurado
Ring Gauge: 45
Length: 4"
The Petite Platinum No.2 is an elegant and well build little belicoso. These Montecristo cigars have a nice draw and burn up, with smoke that is sweet and to some extent peppery. Flavors that are grassy are up front.
Hints of brown sugar yield to an almond conclusion.
Body: Mild to Medium
Montecristo Platinum Series No.5
Yes, it is truly petit with it measurements of 4" x 45. A score of 89 POINTS for this petit corona.
The Platinum No. 5, a petit corona, is definitely a great buy with its hint of nutty sweetness and hints of pepper that rises above a minor aftertaste. The finish has depth and strength.
Overall is the No.5 from the Montecristo Platinum series well balanced and a great choice for the cigar enthusiast.
Body: Medium to Full
Montecristo Platinum Series Por Delacroix
Not quite the biggest of the Platinum series, but with it length of 7 inches and a ring gauge of 50 it is almost as big as the Royale Tube. Yes, it is a tad smaller but the ratings are better. 89 POINTS from Cigar Aficionado in 2002.
This oily Churchill is well build and so has a fine draw. No poker necessary here. Tastes include: woody / earthy, hints of nuts, spices and a peppery finish. A good depth of flavors.
Body: Medium
Montecristo Platinum Series Robusto
The Platinum Robusto was given a solid score of 89 POINTS in late 2002.
Ring Gauge: 50
Length: 5"
Firmly construct but bumpy in the head, this Platinum presents a fine burn and trouble-free draw.
It has notes of citrus and coffee. These young cigars have a spicy, long finish.
Body: Mild to Medium
Montecristo Platinum Series Royale Tube
This is the big one! With a length of 7 ¼ inches and a ring of 52 it is the biggest of all Platinum cigars.
In mid 2004 it received 86 POINTS.
The Royale Tube is Churchill that brings a woody flavor with spicy notes and hints of cream.
Body: Medium
Montecristo Platinum Series Toro
The latest review came in October of 2004, where the Montecristo Platinum Toro received 86 POINTS.
The Corona Gorda measures 6" by 50.
The dark good textured wrapped Toro begins with a burn that is off at first but tends to even out while smoking. At least most of the time, sometimes we experienced a draw and burn that was inconsistent.
Flavors of fruit and deep licorice flavors direct to a leathery finish. The smoke has stimulating and rich notes including almonds and caramel.
Body: Medium to Full
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