Length: 5 3/8 "
Ring Gauge: 52
Flavour: Medium
Vitola: Belicoso
Smoking Time: 70 Mins
Rating by Surrey Cigars - 97 /100
The Arturo Fuente Don Carlos Belicoso is a tribute to the vision, artistry, and passion of one of the greatest names in cigar history, Don Carlos Fuente Sr. Measuring 5⅜ inches with a 52 ring gauge, this finely crafted Belicoso offers a medium to full-bodied experience that’s as refined as it is memorable. Each draw reveals an elegant tapestry of cedar, toasted nuts, sweet spice, and a lingering undertone of natural sweetness, balanced, complex, and exquisitely smooth.
Hand-rolled at the prestigious Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia. in the Dominican Republic, the Don Carlos Belicoso is wrapped in a flawless African Cameroon leaf, renowned for its oily sheen and delicate texture. Beneath this sits a blend of meticulously aged Dominican filler and binder tobaccos, hand-selected by Carlos Fuente Sr. himself and matured for up to 10 years.
Named in honour of its legendary creator and Fuente family patriarch, the Don Carlos line is revered as one of the finest expressions of premium cigars in the world. Every cigar bearing the name is crafted to exacting standards, representing a lifetime pursuit of perfection. As Carlos Fuente Jr. explained, each cigar strives to deliver "the ultimate in rich flavour, flawless wrapper colour and superior construction"—a philosophy passed down from father to son.
"My dream wasn't to be the biggest, just the best." – Carlos Fuente Sr.
With its limited production and artisanal excellence, the Don Carlos Belicoso is a cigar to be savoured and remembered. It is a celebration of legacy, love, and craftsmanship, ideal for the true connoisseur.
Arturo Fuente Cigars – A Century of Excellence
Few names in the world of cigars command the same reverence as Arturo Fuente. Established in 1912 in West Tampa, Florida, the brand has grown from modest beginnings into a global symbol of heritage, consistency, and excellence. After enduring early setbacks, including fire and displacement, the Fuente family rebuilt their legacy with unrelenting dedication, eventually relocating to the Dominican Republic, where their most iconic cigars are now made.
At the heart of every Arturo Fuente cigar is an uncompromising devotion to quality, only the finest tobaccos are selected, aged, and rolled by master craftsmen. From the celebrated Opus X to the distinguished Don Carlos, Hemingway, and Gran Reserva lines, the portfolio spans the full spectrum of flavour and strength, catering to every level of cigar enthusiast.
As Carlos Fuente Sr. famously stated, “We don’t hurry things; we just do things the way they’re supposed to be done.” That same ethos continues to guide every cigar bearing the Arturo Fuente name. Discover the full collection online or in-store at Surrey Cigars, and experience over a century of tradition, passion, and artistry in every draw.
