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Oliva Serie V Melanio Edición Limitada 2018 Headed to International Market

Oliva Serie V Melanio Edición Limitada 2018 Headed to International …

Representatives Sign On To Cigar Exemption Bill

Alex Rodriguez

In the September/October 2018 Issue of Cigar Aficionado

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Alex Rodriguez

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The Big Smoke returns to Las Vegas November 9-11, 2018.

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Big Smoke

The Big Smoke returns to Las Vegas November 9-11, 2018.

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The Interview with Marvin R. Shanken Feat. Alex Rodriguez - Being the Author of Your Own Story

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Blue Mold Explained

Alex Rodriguez

In the September/October 2018 Issue of Cigar Aficionado

Inside the Issue

Alex Rodriguez

The September/October 2018 issue of Cigar Aficionado

Cigar Watch

A free newsletter from our cigar experts.

Cigar Insider

A twice-monthly e-newsletter that gives you exclusive access to cigar ratings and more.

Ratings Search

Search our database of more than 17,000 cigar tasting notes by score, brand, price range, country, size, year and more.

Recent Ratings

cigar of the week

Alec Bradley American Sun Grown Blend Churchill

points

Nicaragua

Ring Gauge

Medium-Full

Top 25 Cigars

Where to Smoke

Over 2,300 cigar-friendly locations. Spend less time searching, and more time smoking your favorite cigar! Planning a trip and need a cigar haven? Browse by city, state or zip.

Visit Where to Smoke

WineRatings+

Get expert advice when choosing wine for any occasion. Wine Spectator's Wine Ratings+ lets you quickly consult our wine reviews—more than 300,000.

App Store Download Google Play Download

XValues

Xvalues, the latest app from Wine Spectator, tells you exactly what red, white, or sparkling wines to seek out next time you're shopping for a bottle.

App Store Download

Restaurant Awards

Wine Spectator's Restaurant Awards app will help you find restaurants with the world's leading wine lists. Every dining destination in this app - covering all 50 U.S. states and 75+ countries.

App Store Download

Video

The Interview with Marvin R. Shanken Feat. Alex Rodriguez - Being the Author of Your Own Story

Cigar 101

Blue Mold Explained

Blogs

Marvin Shanken

David Savona

Gordon Mott

Jack Bettridge

Gregory Mottola

Andrew Nagy

Cuba

U.S. State Department Softens Cuba Travel Advisory

August 23, 2018

The U.S. State Department softened its Cuba travel advisory to a Level 2 ranking.

Cigar News

Oliva Serie V Melanio Edición Limitada 2018 Headed to Internati…

September 19, 2018

The Oliva Serie V Melanio Edición Limitada 2018 is a limited-edition cigar that will only be available in Europe and Hong Kong.

The Good Life

Bob’s Watches First Online Rolex Auction Has No Buyer’s Premiums

August 31, 2018

As Rolex fever continues to rage in the vintage, pre-owned and contemporary markets, Bob’s Watches, a leading pre-owned Rolex dealer site, is entering the auction market with a special sale …

Where to Smoke

Review: The Clubhouse at Montecristo by Old Homestead, Las …

September 11, 2018

Clubhouse at Montecristo by Old Homestead is a hidden restaurant on the Las Vegas Strip where you can light up a fine cigar, sip on high-end spirits and indulge in a sizzling hot steak all …

Legislation

Representatives Sign On To Cigar Exemption Bill

September 18, 2018

Reps. Andy Biggs, Warren Davidson and Debbie Lasko are now co-sponsors of a bill that seeks to exempt traditional and handmade cigars from FDA regulations.

Cigar Gear

New Cigar Cases from S.T. Dupont, Padrón, Rocky Patel Available …

September 4, 2018

Brizard & Co.'s collaborations with S.T. Dupont, Padrón and Rocky Patel are now available.