Montecristo Media Noche

Montecristo Media Noche is a bold, dark departure from the brand's classic, mild Dominican roots. Hand-rolled at the legendary Tabacalera de Garcia factory in the Dominican Republic, this medium-to-full bodied liga was specifically formulated for the seasoned smoker who wants a heavier, more intense profile. "Media Noche" translates directly to "midnight" in Spanish, perfectly capturing the dark, robust nature of this specific blend. The Master Blender utilized a rich, multinational terroir to create a complex smoke that stands out prominently within the brand's expansive portfolio.

When you prepare to light up, the tasting notes present a wildly interesting and aromatic profile. Wrapped in a dark, thick Connecticut Broadleaf, the cold draw delivers an immediate sweet and spicy kick. The Nicaraguan binder holds together an intricate filler core composed of Nicaraguan, Dominican, and Peruvian tobaccos. This specific use of Peruvian leaves alongside heavy Nicaraguan ligero and combustible seco creates a highly distinct flavor trajectory. As the burn progresses, you will pick up robust black pepper balanced by surprising, aromatic layers of botanicals and soft lavender. The dense broadleaf wrapper ensures a cool draw and a razor-sharp burn blend straight down to the nub.

A highly sought-after release, Media Noche by Montecristo is easily recognizable by its presentation: the cigars are packaged in striking dark blue boxes designed to simulate the midnight sky, complete with dark blue and gold bands. Because the thick Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper requires immense care to retain its natural oils, we ship every order straight from our aging room. Through our factory-fresh sourcing model and strict 70/70 climate control, your cigars arrive perfectly humidified and ready for the lounge.

More Blend Details

Origin: Dominican Republic

Factory: Tabacalera de Garcia

Available Sizes: Robusto (5 x 55)

Packaging: Boxes of 20

Ratings: Cigar Aficionado awarded the Montecristo cigars with multiple 82+ point ratings.

Pairing & Recommendations

To complement the sweet Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper and the aromatic botanical tasting notes of the Peruvian filler, we highly recommend pairing this cigar with a dark, heavy stout or an aged, sweet rum. The molasses in the rum or the roasted malt of the stout will perfectly balance the spicy black pepper kick of the Nicaraguan binder. True to its name, this is undeniably a late-night smoke, best reserved for the end of the day when you have the time to sit back and appreciate a heavier, darker profile.

Given the dense, oily nature of the Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper on the 55-ring gauge Edmundo vitola, use a razor-sharp double-guillotine cutter to cleanly remove the cap. Toast the foot patiently with a soft flame or hold your torch lighter a few inches away to avoid shocking the thick wrapper. Keep your puffing cadence slow and rhythmic; smoking too fast will cause the heavy ligero core to overheat, which can easily mask the subtle lavender and botanical nuances that make this blend so fascinating.