Hoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo De San Juan

The Hoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo de San Juan is a modern classic within the Hoyo portfolio, created to showcase the brand’s signature elegance in a contemporary, larger format. Measuring 5⅞" × 54 (the Geniales vitola), this robusto extra is hand-rolled in Cuba using only Seco and Ligero leaves from the Vuelta Abajo — specifically the plantations of San Juan y Martínez that give the cigar its name. The result is refined, balanced and approachable: light-to-medium-bodied, with a smooth draw and even burn across its generous length, and a complex profile of earth, cedar, leather, cocoa and subtle citrus and floral notes finishing smooth and satisfying.

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About Hoyo de Monterrey

Founded in 1865 by Don José Gener y Batet, Hoyo de Monterrey is one of Cuba’s most historic and cherished cigar brands. Its name — “the Hole of Monterrey” — refers to the low-lying, exceptionally fertile land along the San Juan y Martínez river in the heart of the Vuelta Abajo, Cuba’s premier tobacco-growing region. Gener, a Spanish immigrant, spent decades perfecting his plantation and his craft, and his cigars quickly became favourites among British and European smokers. To this day Hoyo de Monterrey is synonymous with elegance, aromatic complexity and a lighter, refined flavour profile — the connoisseur’s choice for sophistication without overwhelming strength.

Tasting Notes of the Hoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo de San Juan

A smooth, creamy, medium-bodied robusto extra.

- Initial Third: Opens creamy with cedar, earth and a gentle wrapper sweetness; subtle citrus, grass and toasted nuts add brightness, with mild pepper and a touch of floral aroma.

- Middle Third: Deepens with leather, cocoa and a delicate floral sweetness, joined by honey, caramel and café au lait over a persistent creamy texture; a soft spice lingers, balanced by the cigar’s smoothness.

- Final Third: Crescendos with espresso, dark chocolate, roasted nuts and earthy spice; sweet cedar and dried fruit round out a long, satisfying finish.

- Aroma: An inviting bouquet of cedar, earth, roasted coffee and subtle floral notes, with a creamy, mellow sweetness.

- Mouthfeel: Smooth, creamy and medium-bodied, with a velvet-like texture and an effortless draw; the large ring gauge ensures a cool, leisurely burn.

Pairs beautifully with aged rum, a Speyside single malt or a rich cappuccino.

English Market Selection — sourced through Hunters & Frankau, the sole official UK distributor of Cuban cigars, confirming these Havanas reached the UK through the authorised channel and passed additional authenticity and condition checks.

Free UK delivery for purchases over £50.

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Fun Facts About the Hoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo de San Juan

The cigar is named after San Juan y Martínez, the small Vuelta Abajo town at the very heart of Cuba’s finest tobacco country — and all the Seco and Ligero leaves in the blend come from the plantations surrounding it.

It belongs to the “Le Hoyo” series, a range within the brand dedicated to specific Vuelta Abajo terroir — a Cuban nod to the wine world’s obsession with place and origin.

At 5⅞" × 54, the Geniales is a thoroughly modern, large-ring-gauge size — the brand’s elegant, lighter style translated into a contemporary format built for a longer, cooler smoke.

FAQ About the Hoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo de San Juan

What makes Le Hoyo de San Juan special?
It’s a terroir-focused cigar — its Seco and Ligero leaves come specifically from the plantations around San Juan y Martínez, the prized heart of the Vuelta Abajo — delivered in a modern, larger 54-ring-gauge format.

Is it a strong cigar?
No — it’s light-to-medium-bodied and smooth, in keeping with Hoyo’s refined house style, but with genuine complexity and a satisfying, evolving profile.

What should I pair it with?
Aged rum, a Speyside single malt whisky or a rich cappuccino all complement its sweet, woody, creamy character.

Where are your Cuban cigars sourced from?
Through Hunters & Frankau, the sole official UK distributor of Cuban cigars.