Hoyo de Monterrey Primaveras Year of the Ox 2021

91 points, Halfweel

Since 2019, Habanos S.A joined to celebrate the Chinese New Year with releasing special editions inspired by the zodiac calendar. This Primaveras marks the 2nd edition of the zodiac series released by Habanos S.A, selecting the brand Hoyo de Monterrey for the 2021 release.

Presented in a luxurious scarlet red lacquered box, framed with golden trims and accents of the logo and 'year of ox' logo lock up. Housing only 18 Year of the Ox cigars, commemorating the lucky number 8 in Chinese culture and fully embracing this edition with only 8,888 boxes produced worldwide.

Blended with premium tobaccos from Cuba and beautifully dressed in a milk chocolate brown wrapper. Bursting with notes of cinnamon, leather and aromatic cedar followed by enticing flavours of nuts, creamy sweetness, and chips. Then rounded by a touch of floral and coffee bitterness.

Limited edition of 8,888 boxes worldwide