Arturo Fuente · Hemingway
New WorldExperiencedArturo Fuente Hemingway Classic
The long, elegant perfecto of the Hemingway line — seven inches of Cameroon-wrapped Dominican tobacco that rewards a slow, unhurried smoke.
The short answer
The Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic is a balanced, medium-bodied smoke — a Dominican Republic perfecto (double corona) with a Cameroon wrapper. Expect cedar, roasted nuts, and coffee. Critics rate it 92/100.
Flavor profile
Earthy · Roast · Sweet
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2009
92/100
Scores as published by each reviewer. Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings; we don't score cigars ourselves.
The verdict
The Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic is a balanced, medium-bodied smoke from Arturo Fuente's Hemingway line. It's a Dominican Republic (New World) perfecto (double corona) wrapped in Cameroon at 7 in × 48.
On the palate, expect cedar, roasted nuts, and coffee, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 75 minutes from light to nub.
It's well regarded: Cigar Aficionado rated it 92/100 in 2009. It pairs naturally with aged rum, coffee, and after a meal. If you're newer to cigars, this is a safe, enjoyable pick.
The Hemingway Classic stretches the line's signature perfecto shape to a full seven inches, tapering gracefully at both ends. It's a cigar built for a long evening, not a quick break.
What it tastes like
This is the Hemingway blend with room to breathe. Expect cedar and roasted nuts up front, then a steady build into coffee, soft leather, and a sweet-spice finish courtesy of the Cameroon wrapper. It stays in the medium range — flavorful and layered without becoming heavy — and the long format lets the profile evolve from start to finish.
Who it's for
Best for smokers who appreciate a refined, balanced cigar and have an hour-plus to enjoy it. The figurado shape and Cameroon leaf make it a connoisseur's everyday smoke rather than a beginner's first stick. Smoke it slowly after a meal with an aged rum or a strong coffee.
If you love this size, the Hemingway Signature is a shorter take on the same tobacco. For where Cameroon lands on the wrapper spectrum, see Maduro vs Connecticut, and learn to nick that tapered head cleanly with how to cut a cigar. Keep notes on long smokes like this in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic — frequently asked
- Is the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic a good cigar for beginners?
- It's a good next step. Medium-bodied cigars are fine once you've enjoyed a few milder ones and want more flavor and depth.
- How strong is the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic?
- The Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic is Medium-bodied. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic taste like?
- Expect cedar, roasted nuts, and coffee, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What is the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic's rating?
- Published critic scores: Cigar Aficionado 92/100 (2009). Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings and doesn't score cigars itself.
- What pairs well with the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic?
- It pairs well with aged rum, coffee, and after a meal. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Classic?
- Plan on about 75 minutes for the perfecto (double corona) — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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