Arturo Fuente Don Carlos The Man’s 80th Personal Reserve

• Name: Don Carlos “The Man’s 80th” Personal Reserve Robusto (sometimes listed as Edición de Aniversario)

• Size / Vitola: Approximately 5¼″ × 50 ring gauge (Robusto) in most listings.

• Wrapper: African Cameroon (aged)

• Binder & Filler: All-Dominican tobaccos, grown on the Fuente family estate in the Dominican Republic.

• Origin: Dominican Republic (hand-rolled at Tabacalera A. Fuente & Cía)

• Strength: Medium to medium-full body.

• Release / Purpose: Created to commemorate both the 80th birthday of Carlos Fuente Sr. and the 30th anniversary of the Don Carlos brand.

• Availability: Extremely limited production. Boxes typically of 20 cigars for the standard release.

Flavor Profile & Tasting Notes

This cigar is described by reviewers as offering a luxurious palette and fine craftsmanship:

• Cold draw / First third: Cocoa, vanilla, caramel, dried hay, subtle citrus and sweetness.

• Mid-session: Cedar, roasted nuts, leather, brown sugar, cinnamon and spice.

• Finish / Final third: Creamy texture, peppery bite, warm tobacco, balanced sweetness and earthiness.

• Overall impression: A refined cigar suited to aficionados and special occasions:

Why Choose This Cigar

• Heritage & Legacy: Created to honour Carlos Fuente Sr., this blend reflects the private preference of “The Man” himself.

• Premium Materials: Aged Cameroon wrapper + estate-grown Dominican binder/filler = top tier.

• Exclusivity: Limited release makes it desirable for collectors and serious smokers.

• Balanced Profile: Medium-to-medium-full body with a richness that still remains elegant — ideal for elevated smoking sessions.

Storage & Smoking Tips

• Humidor Conditions: Store at ~65-70 % RH and ~18-20 °C to maintain wrapper oils and slow burn.

• Smoking Duration: Given the Robusto size, expect ~45-60 minutes for the full session — smoke slowly to allow flavour development.

• Cut & Light: Use a sharp guillotine cutter for a clean draw; a box-pressed foot or firm cap, depending on variant, needs even lighting.

• Pairings: Aged bourbon, dark rum, or espresso complement the sweet/wood/nut profile; a rich dessert like crème brûlée or caramel tart works well.

• Aging Potential: Because of the aged tobaccos and wrapper, additional humidor aging (6-12 months or more) may enhance the complexity and smoothness.