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Montecristo Platinum Series
Montecristo Platinum Series

Montecristo Platinum Series

5.0 (2 Reviews)
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  • Strength

    Medium-Full

  • Origin/Country

    Dominican Republic

  • Wrapper Type

    Mexico San Andres

  • Binder

    Dominican Republic

  • Filler

    Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Peru

  • Made

    HM

  • Flavored

    Natural
VITOLA PACKING PRICE QTY
Customizable Montecristo Platinum Series No 3

Corona

5 1/2 x 44

Box of 27

In Stock
US$ 311.04

US$ 278.95
Customizable Montecristo Platinum Series Toro

Toro

6 x 50

Box of 27

In Stock
US$ 409.86

US$ 367.95
Montecristo Platinum Series Churchill Tubos

Churchill

7 x 50

Box of 15

In Stock
US$ 268.35

US$ 240.95
Montecristo Platinum Series No. 2

Belicoso

6 1/8 x 52

Box of 27

In Stock
US$ 515.43

US$ 462.95
Montecristo Platinum Series No. 3

Corona

5 1/2 x 44

Box of 27

In Stock
US$ 311.04

US$ 278.95
Montecristo Platinum Series Robusto

Robusto

5 x 50

Box of 27

In Stock
US$ 392.04

US$ 235.22

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Montecristo Platinum Series Rothchilde Tubos

Robusto

5 x 50

Box of 15

In Stock
US$ 234.60

US$ 210.95

Box of 27

Out of Stock
US$ 376.11

US$ 337.95

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Montecristo Platinum Series Toro

Toro

6 x 50

Box of 27

In Stock
US$ 409.86

US$ 367.95
Montecristo Platinum Series No 3 It's a Boy!

Corona

5 1/2 x 44

Box of 27

Out of Stock
US$ 271.82

US$ 243.95

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Montecristo Platinum Series No 3 It's a Girl!

Corona

5 1/2 x 44

Box of 27

Out of Stock
US$ 271.82

US$ 243.95

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About Montecristo Platinum Series

The Montecristo Platinum Series was specifically engineered to set a bold, robust new standard for one of the most recognizable brands in the world. Handcrafted at the massive Tabacalera de García factory in the Dominican Republic, this highly acclaimed blend was developed by the legendary Grupo de Maestros. Recognizing a shift in modern palates toward heavier profiles, the Master Blenders stepped away from their classic mild Dominican roots. They sourced a remarkably intense multinational filler blend and wrapped it in premium Mexican tobacco, creating a medium-to-full bodied masterpiece that stands as one of the boldest and most complex offerings in their traditional catalog.

When you light up this impressive cigar, the tasting notes deliver an immediate, sensory-rich experience. The flawless Mexican San Andrés Cubano wrapper works in perfect harmony with the Dominican binder. Underneath, a highly intricate filler core composed of Dominican, Nicaraguan, and Peruvian tobaccos provides exceptional depth. As the burn progresses, the heavy ligero and delicate seco leaves release rich layers of dried fruit—specifically raisin, black cherry, and baked plum. These sweet, dark notes are beautifully balanced against a core of earth and hickory, finishing with a sharp pop of black pepper and smooth leather on the exhale.

This specific blend is highly sought-after because the inclusion of rare Peruvian filler tobacco adds an aromatic sweetness that perfectly cuts through the heavy, earthy strength of the Mexican San Andrés wrapper. A notable detail about this blend is its historical prestige; the Vintage 1999 release of this blend was heavily celebrated by critics, permanently cementing its status as a top-tier luxury smoke. To ensure these multinational oils remain perfectly preserved, we bypass traditional distribution. Using our factory-fresh model and strict 70/70 climate control, we ship every box straight from our Dominican aging room directly to your door.

More Blend Details

Origin: Dominican Republic

Factory: Tabacalera de Garcia

Available Sizes: Corona (5 1/2 x 44), Robusto (5 x 50), Toro (6 x 50), Belicoso (6 1/8 x 52), Churchill (7 x 50)

Packaging: Boxes of 15, Boxes of 27

Ratings: Cigar Aficionado awarded the Montecristo Platinum blend multiple 83+ point ratings, with the Vintage 1999 specifically earning a massive 94-point rating.

Pairing & Recommendations

To beautifully complement the dark fruit, hickory, and black pepper-tasting notes of this medium-to-full bodied smoke, we highly recommend pairing it with a rich, dark roasted espresso or a neat pour of a heavy, aged rum. The molasses in the rum or the bitterness of the espresso will perfectly balance the spicy Nicaraguan and Peruvian fillers, allowing the earthy Mexican San Andrés wrapper to truly shine on your palate. This is an assertive, deeply satisfying cigar best reserved for the late evening, specifically after a hearty meal when you have the time to sit back and appreciate its robust strength.

Given the deeply fermented, slightly toothy nature of the Mexican San Andrés Cubano wrapper, use a razor-sharp double-guillotine cutter to cleanly remove the cap—taking special care not to crush the tapered head of the No. 2 Belicoso. Toast the foot patiently with a soft flame or hold your torch lighter a few inches away to avoid shocking the dense leaves. Maintain a slow, rhythmic drawing cadence; smoking too fast will cause the heavy Nicaraguan core to overheat, which can easily mask the subtle baked plum and black cherry nuances that make this bold blend so spectacular.

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About Montecristo Platinum Series

Frequently Asked Questions

Here you'll find answers to frequently asked questions for both first-time and experienced smokers

Are Montecristo Platinum Series cigars high end?

Yes, they are definitively high-end, luxury cigars. Crafted by the elite Grupo de Maestros at Tabacalera de García, this blend is famous for utilizing a highly complex, multinational tobacco blend. If you read a reputable Montecristo Platinum Series review, experts frequently highlight the flawless construction and the rare use of Peruvian filler, which elevates the profile well above standard, everyday smokes.

You must store every Montecristo Platinum Series cigar in a properly seasoned humidor maintained under strict 70/70 climate control (70% relative humidity and 70 degrees Fahrenheit). Keeping this exact environment prevents the dense Mexican San Andrés wrapper from drying out or cracking, ensuring the sweet, fruity oils within the Peruvian and Nicaraguan filler tobaccos remain perfectly intact over time.

The Montecristo Platinum Series price offers excellent value for a super-premium blend, typically ranging from $235.22 (when on sale for the Robusto size) up to $462.95 for a large 27-count box of the No. 2 Belicoso vitolas. This pricing directly reflects the immense agricultural effort required to source and blend tobaccos from Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, and Peru into a single, cohesive profile.

The Montecristo Platinum and the White Series are entirely different in strength, wrapper, and flavor profile. The White Series uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper for a mild, creamy, and highly approachable morning smoke. In stark contrast, the Platinum Series uses a dark Mexican San Andrés wrapper over a much heavier Nicaraguan and Peruvian filler core, resulting in a significantly bolder, medium-to-full bodied experience with prominent notes of dark fruit and earth.

You can purchase authentic Montecristo Platinum cigars directly from us right here at Cigar Country. By skipping the traditional middlemen, we guarantee that your boxes are shipped factory-fresh straight from our Dominican facilities. Every order is meticulously maintained under ideal conditions so your premium cigars arrive ready to be enjoyed.

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