Espada Guard

The Montecristo Espada Guard is a significant release for the brand, as it is the first Montecristo line made exclusively with Nicaraguan tobaccos. This Nicaraguan puro is a collaboration between the Altadis U.S.A. Grupo de Maestros and the Plasencia family, utilizing specially aged vintage leaves from the Plasencia archives. The blend features a Habano Jalapa Vintage 2010 wrapper and a Habano Jalapa Vintage 2009 binder. The filler is a complex trio of 2008 vintage leaves: Habano Jalapa seco, Habano Ometepe viso, and Habano Condega ligero. This selection of well-aged tobaccos results in a medium-to-full-bodied profile that offers more strength and richness than traditional Montecristo offerings.

The top tasting notes for the Montecristo Espada Guard are characterized by a robust and complex medley of spice, wood, and coffee. Initial puffs often deliver a bold combination of black walnut, dry wood, and leather, accompanied by a distinct white pepper and citrus twang. As the smoke settles, deeper notes of roasted coffee beans, earth, and cocoa emerge, providing a savory foundation. The experience is rounded out by subtle undertones of vanilla and natural tobacco sweetness, leading to a long finish that balances its spicy kick with a creamy texture.

Brand: Montecristo
Strength: Medium-Full
Size: 6.0 x 50
Wrapper: Nicaragua Jalapa HabanoBinder: Nicaragua Jalapa HabanoFiller: Nicaragua Condega, Nicaragua Jalapa & Nicaragua Ometepe

Updated by TORO on: 04-09-2026 03:21:05 PM