Since 1997, Arturo Fuente Don Carlos has stood among the brand's most admired super-premium cigars, offering a more nuanced take on Fuente excellence. Created as a tribute to the late Carlos Fuente Sr., it pairs a Grade-1 African Cameroon wrapper from the Meerapfel family with some of Fuente's oldest estate-grown Dominican tobaccos for a velvety profile of leather, cedar, roasted nuts, cocoa, sweet spice, and a floral finish.
The praise has matched the performance for years. Don Carlos Belicoso scored a 94 and earned the #4 spot on Cigar Aficionado's 2015 Cigar of the Year list, while the No. 2 has also received 94 ratings twice. With its steady burn, elegant aroma, and lasting reputation, Don Carlos remains a cornerstone cigar for seasoned Fuente fans.
