Anyone tried a Monte Open recently?

[Zen Cigar Man]

Are these any better? Worth a box? Any vitola in particular?

 

[SergeantStogie]

I tried the Monte Open Regatta, I was not impressed.Didn't compare to the No. 2.

 

[LiLo]

Out of all the vitolas i think the master ( robusto ) is the better of the bunch. Although that's not saying much. I am not a big fan of these. They don't deliver in the flavor department.

 

[SanCristobal]

I am not a big fan of these. They don't deliver in the flavor department.

ditto.

 

[issues]

I tried the Monte Open Regatta, I was not impressed.Didn't compare to the No. 2.

I would agree.

The one I had was really, really mild. It was hard to discern any specific flavor other than the typical Cuban twang.

 

[Don Andres]

If you are looking for a typical Montecristo with medium strength and toasted tobacco flavors, look elsewhere. These are fine cigars, well constructed and smooth smoking. These are delightful when you are starting your day or with a light adult beverage.

Dont read so much into the bad reviews. They arent bad cigars, just different.

I have really enjoyed the Regatta and the Junior, both worth sampling before you buy a box.
Enjoy your cigars.

Cheers
Drew P

 

[dpricenator]

There are better Montes available. I won't search out another one, but would not turn one down either. The one I smoked last month was just kind of flat.

 

[Zen Cigar Man]

thanks all. i remember all of the mild flavor comments when they first came out. But maybe knowing that going in would make a different experience? I just may get a 5 count to try before biting off on a box. thanks guys!

 

[issues]

thanks all. i remember all of the mild flavor comments when they first came out. But maybe knowing that going in would make a different experience? I just may get a 5 count to try before biting off on a box. thanks guys!

Probably a good idea. :thumbsup:

It wasn't a bad stick, I still nubbed the hell out of it, it was just very mild in body and flavor.

 

[Bass man]

Like smoking air. If you want a mild inexpensive CC cigar with flavor, I'd suggest Fonseca #1.

 

[daniyal]

Not a fan of the Mote Open series..