Montecristo Brilliantes (Year of the Dragon)

The Brillantes is part of the Habanos series that celebrates the Chinese New Year and has been commissioned to mark the Year of the Dragon. It is a unique size within the Habanos portfolio and measures 5” (128mm) x 53 ring gauge. Each cigar is dressed with a classic Montecristo band along with a special red foot-band bearing a dragon emblem and the legend “Year of the Dragon”.

Each box contains 18 of these commemorative cigars with total world production restricted to 18,888 boxes. The number 8 is a feature as it is considered a lucky number in Chinese culture and is associated with prosperity and success.

Furthermore, red is an auspicious colour in Chinese culture symbolising celebration and prosperity and is the colour of the beautiful lacquered box that house these highly prized cigars.

STRENGTH: 4/5
FORMAT: Brilliantes
PROVENANCE: Cuba
LENGTH: 5"
RING GAUGE: 53"
ENJOYMENT TIME: 60 mins