Arturo Fuente Don Carlos The Man's 80th Eye of the Shark

97 points, Cigar Aficionado

92 points, Halfwheel

#1 Top 25 of 2017, Cigar Aficionado

The Arturo Fuente Don Carlos series pays homage to the patriarch of the Fuente Family, Don Carlos Fuente Sr, capturing his spirit of dedication, innovation, and excellence. Released in 2015, this edition marked the 80th birthday of Carlos Fuente Sr as well as the 30th birthday for his eponymous brand, Don Carlos.

Based on the original Don Carlos cigar released in 1976, this edition has a slight twist that still features a unique blend of rare and vintage tobaccos with up to 10 years of age. Boasting impeccable construction with a consistent burn and smooth draw, this cigar is handrolled in a unique Petit Shark format with a tapered cap and a box-pressed foot. Housed in a striking red lacquered box, adorned with golden accents of the Don Carlos crest and his own signature and finished with an authenticity label.

An award-winning enjoyment that immediately elevates once you start smoking. Upon lighting, this cigar exudes complexity with notes of baking spices, citrus and cocoa. Delicately intertwining with smoother underlying flavours of leather and oatmeal cookie before intricately finished with a bready, nutty creaminess and a touch of pepper. A wonderfully layered complexity that keeps aficionados wanting more.