Description
The Arturo Fuente Unnamed Reserve 2021 is a highly limited, annual release from the Fuente family, celebrated for its mystery and exclusivity. This 2021 edition features a 5 3/4" x 48 corona gorda—the same size as the original 2012 release—and is crafted with a sun-grown rosado wrapper, Dominican binder, and Dominican filler, all produced at Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia.
Key Details
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Vitola: 5 3/4" x 48 (corona gorda)
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Wrapper: Sun-grown rosado (Dominican)
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Binder: Dominican Republic
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Filler: Dominican Republic
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Factory: Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia
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Release Date: September 2021
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Production: 1,000 boxes of 20 cigars (20,000 total)
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Age: Cigars were rolled in 2016 and released in 2021, as indicated by the "ProducXion 2016" stamp on the cellophane.
Flavor and Experience
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Profile: Medium-bodied with notes of spice, sweetness, earth, toast, and wood.
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Development: Starts with familiar Fuente flavors—loamy soil, light cedar, and pepper—then ramps up with white pepper and aromatic firewood. Creaminess and pastry-like sweetness emerge in the middle, while the final third offers grains, pepper, and bread notes.
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Draw/Burn: Generally good smoke production and draw, though some reviewers noted a tight draw initially and occasional burn issues.
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Strength/Body: Medium strength and medium to medium-plus body.
Overall Impressions
The Unnamed Reserve 2021 is praised for its complexity and well-aged tobacco, delivering a classic Fuente profile with added depth. While some samples had minor construction quirks, the overall experience is enjoyable and consistent, making it a sought-after collector's item for aficionados.
