{"product_id":"montecristo-brillantes-year-of-the-dragon-2024-box-of-18","title":"MONTECRISTO – Brillantes Year of the Dragon 2024 | Box of 18","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMONTECRISTO BRILLANTES YEAR OF THE DRAGON 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Montecristo Brillantes Year of the Dragon 2024 is an official limited-production Habanos release created for the Lunar Year of the Dragon. It introduces the Venerables factory vitola: a compact 128 mm cigar with a substantial 53 ring gauge, created specifically for this release rather than repackaging a regular-production Montecristo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Brillantes is totally handmade with long filler, using wrapper, binder and filler leaves selected from the Vuelta Abajo tobacco-growing zone of Pinar del Río, Cuba.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA DISTINCTIVE MONTECRISTO PRESENTATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEighteen Brillantes are arranged inside a numbered, high-gloss red lacquered case decorated with gold dragon artwork—a deliberate departure from Montecristo’s traditional yellow-and-brown presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery cigar carries the classic Montecristo band alongside a commemorative red Year of the Dragon foot band. The case also incorporates NFC technology, allowing access to digital information about the release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollector references and European launch material report a total production of 18,888 numbered cases worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSMOKING CHARACTER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHabanos classifies Montecristo Brillantes as medium to full in strength, with an estimated smoking time of approximately 40 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndependent early smoking reports commonly identify wood, cocoa and pepper. These notes are a guide rather than a guarantee: handmade Cuban cigars develop differently according to box age, storage conditions and smoking pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts 53 ring gauge gives a concentrated Montecristo experience without the longer time commitment of a Double Edmundo or Churchill. Habanos recommends pairing it with aged rum or an eight-year whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand: Montecristo\u003cbr\u003eRelease: Year of the Dragon 2024 special release\u003cbr\u003eMarket name: Brillantes\u003cbr\u003eFactory vitola: Venerables\u003cbr\u003eLength: 128 mm \/ 5 inches\u003cbr\u003eRing gauge: 53\u003cbr\u003eStrength: Medium to full\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Cuba\u003cbr\u003eTobacco region: Vuelta Abajo, Pinar del Río\u003cbr\u003eConstruction: Totalmente a Mano con Tripa Larga — totally handmade with long filler\u003cbr\u003ePresentation: Numbered red lacquered special case\u003cbr\u003eQuantity: 18 Cuban cigars\u003cbr\u003eReported production: 18,888 cases worldwide\u003cbr\u003eSmoking time: Approximately 40 minutes\u003cbr\u003eTechnology:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eNFC-enabled case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOLLECTOR’S PERSPECTIVE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMontecristo Brillantes is an official Chinese New Year special release, but it is not part of Habanos’ formal Edición Limitada programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts collector appeal comes from the newly created Venerables vitola, restricted production, commemorative bands and the elaborate 18-count presentation. It holds a clear place within the modern Habanos releases marking the Chinese zodiac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORAGE GUIDANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter delivery, allow the cigars time to rest before assessing draw, burn or flavour. For stable medium- to long-term storage, maintain approximately 65–69% relative humidity at 18–21°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual box codes and wrapper shades may vary. Please contact Cigars Europe before ordering if a particular box date is essential to your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Montecristo Brillantes an official Cuban release?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Habanos S.A. launched Brillantes in Hong Kong in February 2024 to commemorate the Year of the Dragon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is Montecristo Brillantes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses the Venerables factory vitola and measures 128 mm by 53 ring gauge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many cigars are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach special case contains 18 Montecristo Brillantes Cuban cigars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this an Edición Limitada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a limited-production Chinese New Year special release, separate from the Habanos Edición Limitada series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the case include NFC technology?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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