H&F House Reserve Montecristo no.5 (2015) Box 10

For the seasoned cigar connoisseur, some sticks transcend the ordinary. The Montecristo No. 5 House Reserve 2015 – Box of 10 is one of them. Crafted by Montecristo in Havana and curated by Hunters & Frankau under their “House Reserve Aged & Rare” programme, this release represents heritage, precision ageing and rarity in one compact vitola.

Heritage & Rarity
In celebration of Montecristo’s 90th anniversary in 2025, Hunters & Frankau set aside cigars rolled in 2015 and aged for a minimum of ten years. Only 135 numbered boxes of each of four historic vitolas (No. 2, No. 3, No. 4, and No. 5) were released. The No. 5 format here is a 4″ × 40 (petit corona) — an elegant size that delivers big flavour in a shorter session.

Tasting Profile & Experience
While valour lies in the brand, taste lies in the leaf,  and here the ageing adds polish. The No. 5 House Reserve offers the original Montecristo hallmarks: cedar, coffee-bean depth, cocoa and a subtle spice, now mellowed into a smooth, refined experience. Reviewers highlight the petite size’s suitability for a brisk yet high-quality session.

 This box fits that ethos perfectly: collectible, matured, and luxurious. Whether you're storing it long-term or lighting it for a special moment, this is a statement cigar.

 Use a straight cut for the 40 ring gauge, light evenly, and savour the evolution. At approximately 30–40 minutes burn time, this petit corona delivers premium quality without requiring a full long session.