Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua No. 2

The Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua No. 2 is a premium full-bodied Nicaraguan cigar created to celebrate 85 years of Montecristo, bringing together the blending expertise of Rafael Nodal, Grupo de Maestros, and A.J. Fernandez.

Presented in the iconic No. 2 Torpedo / Figurado format, this cigar measures 6⅛ inches with a 52 ring gauge and features the softly box-pressed construction characteristic of the Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua collection.

The blend is a true Nicaraguan puro, meaning the wrapper, binder, and filler are all Nicaraguan tobacco. Cigar Aficionado identifies the cigar as being made at San Lotano Cigars S.A. in Nicaragua, using tobacco grown on A.J. Fernandez farms.

The smoking profile is rich, bold, and complex. Expect flavours that may include earth, leather, red pepper, dark wood, coffee, roasted tobacco, coconut, malted sweetness, cocoa, and warm spice. Cigar Aficionado specifically highlights an earthy and spicy backbone together with leather, coconut, and malted-milk character.

With its full strength, substantial 52 ring gauge, and tapered head, the No. 2 is best suited to experienced cigar smokers looking for a deeper and more intense Montecristo experience.

Key Features

• Premium Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua
• Vitola: No. 2
• Shape: Torpedo / Figurado
• Construction: Soft Box-Pressed
• Size: 6⅛ x 52
• Length: 6⅛ inches
• Ring Gauge: 52
• Country of Origin: Nicaragua
• Wrapper: Nicaragua
• Binder: Nicaragua
• Filler: Nicaragua
• Full-bodied smoking profile
• Created with A.J. Fernandez and Rafael Nodal
• Produced at San Lotano Cigars S.A.
• Notes may include earth, leather, pepper, coffee, wood, cocoa, coconut, and malted sweetness
• 95-point rated and #2 Cigar of the Year 2021 by Cigar Aficionado

Why Choose This Cigar?

The Montecristo 1935 Anniversary Nicaragua No. 2 combines Montecristo heritage with the bold tobacco character associated with A.J. Fernandez’s Nicaraguan cigars.

Unlike the traditional Cuban Montecristo No. 2, this Anniversary edition is an all-Nicaraguan blend with greater strength and a darker, more intense flavour direction.

Its tapered No. 2 format allows the smoker to adjust the cut and draw, while the broad 52 ring gauge supports rich smoke production and gradual flavour development.

The cigar also earned significant critical recognition: Cigar Aficionado awarded the No. 2 95 points and named it the #2 Cigar of the Year for 2021, praising its complexity and combination of spice, earth, leather, coconut, and malted sweetness.

For customers looking for a bold non-Cuban Montecristo with premium presentation and serious Nicaraguan character, this is one of the standout options in the portfolio.

Storage Guidance

Store the cigar in a properly maintained humidor to protect its wrapper, construction, aroma, and flavour.

Keep it away from direct sunlight, excessive heat, dry air, and strong surrounding odours. If the cigar has recently been shipped or transported, allow it to rest under stable humidor conditions before smoking.