Limited Edition and Regional Specialities of Cuban Cigars 2001-2011

The " Edicion Limitada " originally made its appearance in 2001 with the launch of the Partagas Piramides - still regarded by some as one of the best cigars to date. Characterized by a specially prepared and aged dark Maduro wrapper the cigars sported a unique gold and black band with the year of production. The distinctive wrapper leaf for these cigars receives an additional mini fermentation for a period up to 25 days at higher than normal temperatures to achieve the unique dark, marbled texture. This additional fermentation also serves to impart approximately 10% more strength to the cigar as indicated by the "toasted" taste of the tobacco.

Also since 2004, Habanos SA has released Regional Specialities in a growing number of specific territories Worldwide. These essentially "regional" brands are only gleamed from the "second" tier of Habanos brands such as Punch, Bolivar, Juan Lopez and Ramon Allones etc. and are now released on an annual basis. The Regional Edition cigars are special limited-production cigars (between 1- 2,000 numbered boxes only) that appeal to aficionados and connoisseurs looking for something unusual.

LIMITED EDITIONS 2011

The Hoyo de Monterrey "Short Hoyo Piramides" (Ring gauge 46 x 5.31 inches in the length). This Edición Limitada is designed for the best connoisseurs and enthusiasts of the Hoyo de Monterrey brand. Short Hoyo Pirámides, a Habano of ideal dimensions that makes this Edición Limitada an invaluable gift, not only for those who prefer Habanos of lighter flavors, but also for those newcomers who initiate in the extraordinary world of the Habanos. All the smooth and complex flavour of its blend and the delicate aroma of the brand can be enjoyed now in this new Figurado format. Thiese cigars are available in the market in just one presentation, a layer (SLB) box of 10 units.

The Cohiba "1966 " (Ring Gauge 52 x 6.5' in the length) is what is known as a "Gordito". Initial impressions of this medium to large cigar are very favourable and likely not to disappoint Partagas fans who enjoy the rich, earthy almost peppery flavour and aroma one has come to associate with Partagas. If you enjoyed the small and perfectly formed Serie D5 back in 2008 then you are sure to appreciate this medium to full flavoured cigar which marks a return to the original format of the pre-war Partagas Serie D No.3. Available in the market in just one presentation, a layer box of 10 units in an Boite Nature (BN) box .

Ramón Allones "Allones Extra" (44 ring gauge x 143 mm in the length). This is the first time that Ramón Allones has an Edición Limitada. It is a brand characterized by its flavour that makes of this brand one of the preferred by smokers who seek intense flavours and exquisite aromas. Allones Extra existed until the end of the 70´s of the 20th century in the normal range of the brand and is now produced in this 2011 Limited Edition. This Edición Limitada is characterized as well by the incorporation of a historic ring that existed in the past centuries in Ramón Allones, one of the oldest Habanos brands, which was created in 1837, and makes of this limited Edition an exclusive and limited collectible item. Available in boxes of 25 cigars.