Fuente Fuente Opus X Lost City

Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente Opus X Lost City boasts an origin story unlike any other premium blend in the industry. The creation of this specific line ties directly to Hollywood, when actor and director Andy Garcia needed a lush tobacco field to film his movie, The Lost City. Because shooting took place during the summer off-season, Master Blender Carlos Fuente Jr. agreed to plant a special summer crop at the renowned Chateau de la Fuente estate just for the production. After filming concluded, instead of discarding the plants, the Fuente family harvested and processed this incredibly rare summer-grown tobacco, giving birth to the legendary Fuente Fuente Opus X, the lost city.

The tasting notes of this full-bodied Dominican puro are wonderfully complex, rewarding the smoker with a heavy, layered profile. Wrapped in a dark Dominican Corojo leaf, the blend features a meticulously balanced ratio of heavy ligero and smooth seco leaves in the filler. The smoke starts with sweet cedar and rich raisins, shifting seamlessly into deep notes of espresso, dark chocolate, and baking spice. Thanks to a mandatory five years resting in the aging room, the tobaccos harmonize perfectly, ensuring a flawless draw and a razor-sharp burn that highlight the exceptional terroir of the region.

Today, the Opus X Lost City remains highly sought-after by aficionados and serious collectors alike. Because summer crops are not part of regular agricultural cycles in the Dominican Republic, the tobacco yields for this specific release are incredibly limited. At Cigar Country, we take pride in offering this magnificent smoke straight from the source. We guarantee that your cigars arrive completely factory-fresh, safely preserved in our professional humidors under rigorous 70/70 climate control, so you can enjoy the exact flavor profile the Fuente family intended.

More Blend Details

Origin: Dominican Republic

Factory: Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia.

Available Sizes: Double Robusto (5 3/4 x 52), Toro (6 3/4 x 48).  

Packaging: Boxes of 10.

Ratings: This blend has received ratings ranging from 88 to 93 points from Cigar Aficionado.

Pairing & Recommendations

To complement the bold, dark chocolate and espresso tasting notes of this full-bodied puro, a heavy, rich pairing is highly recommended. A snifter of well-aged cognac or a dark, roasted stout beer will beautifully highlight the sweet cedar and molasses found in the tobacco. Given its commanding strength and intricate flavor transitions, this is the perfect after-dinner smoke, meant to be savored slowly while relaxing in a comfortable lounge setting.

When preparing to light this vitola, use a highly sharp straight cut to protect the delicate cap of the dark Corojo wrapper. Take your time toasting the foot with a soft flame or a cedar spill; applying a harsh torch can easily scorch the leaf and introduce unwanted bitterness to the initial puffs. Keep your draw slow and steady to prevent the cherry from overheating. This careful pacing guarantees a cool smoke and a sharp burn and allows the rich, five-year-aged tobaccos to evolve properly on your palate.