Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Gran Reserva – A Tribute to a Legend

Created in honor of its legendary founder and Fuente family patriarch, Don Carlos Fuente, Sr., the Don Carlos Gran Reserva is celebrated as one of the world’s finest cigars. Wrapped in a luxurious African Cameroon leaf and filled with rare Dominican tobaccos aged up to ten years, this masterpiece reflects both tradition and perfection.

In fact, Cigar Aficionado awarded the Don Carlos Gran Reserva an unprecedented 97-point rating, naming it the #1 Cigar of 2017—a testament to its unmatched quality and legacy.

“My dream wasn’t to be the biggest,” Don Carlos once said, “just the best.” This cigar fulfills that dream in every draw.

Why It Stands Out

• Unique Blend Attributes: Select Cameroon wrapper paired with Dominican binder and filler tobaccos grown at the Fuente family’s Chateau de la Fuente estate in Bonao, Dominican Republic.

• Strength Profile: Medium to full-bodied, elegant, and deeply flavorful.

• Tasting Notes: Baking spices layered with citrus zest, unfolding into hints of nuts and leather before finishing with warm notes of cedar and cider.

• Accolades: Cigar Aficionado consistently ranks Don Carlos in the 90+ point range, with the Gran Reserva crowned as #1 Cigar of the Year in 2017.

Crafted with Legacy

With more than 100 years of Fuente family tradition, every Don Carlos Gran Reserva cigar is flawlessly constructed to ensure a smooth draw and even burn. Produced only in small batches, these cigars are rare and highly sought after—making them both a collector’s treasure and a smoker’s delight.

Key Details

• Origin: Dominican Republic

• Master Blender: Carlos Fuente, Jr.

• Owners: Fuente Family

• Available Sizes: From the Double Robusto to the iconic Eye of the Shark (Torpedo)

Explore More

• For another medium-bodied masterpiece, try the Opus X 20th Anniversary.

• If you prefer a fuller-bodied experience, the Opus X Oscuro is a worthy companion.

• Explore the complete line of Arturo Fuente cigars to discover more of the family’s legendary creations.

👉 Don’t miss the chance to experience the Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Gran Reserva—a cigar crafted not to be the biggest, but truly the best.