Arturo Fuente · Fuente Fuente OpusX
New WorldAficionadosArturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX Robusto
The robusto of Fuente's legendary OpusX — the first true Dominican puro, grown at Chateau de la Fuente, and one of the most coveted cigars on earth.
The short answer
The Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX Robusto is a bold, full-bodied cigar — a Dominican Republic robusto with a Dominican (Rosado) wrapper. Expect cedar, black pepper, and dark chocolate. Critics rate it 97/100.
Flavor profile
Earthy · Spice · Sweet
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2020
97/100
Scores as published by each reviewer. Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings; we don't score cigars ourselves.
The verdict
The Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX Robusto is a bold, full-bodied cigar from Arturo Fuente's Fuente Fuente OpusX line. It's a Dominican Republic (New World) robusto wrapped in Dominican (Rosado) at 5.25 in × 50.
On the palate, expect cedar, black pepper, and dark chocolate, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 60 minutes from light to nub.
It's well regarded: Cigar Aficionado rated it 97/100 in 2020. It pairs naturally with espresso, aged rum, and cognac. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Fuente Fuente OpusX is one of the most sought-after cigars in the world. When Carlos Fuente Jr. proved you could grow a world-class wrapper in the Dominican Republic — at the family's Chateau de la Fuente estate — he created the first true Dominican puro. The Robusto, five and a quarter inches at a 50 ring gauge, is many smokers' entry point to the legend.
What it tastes like
OpusX is bold and refined at once. The proprietary Dominican Rosado wrapper drives a full-bodied profile: cedar and assertive black pepper, dark chocolate, leather, and layered spice that evolves as you smoke. The robusto concentrates all of it into a powerful, complex hour. This is a cigar that earns its reputation.
Who it's for
Strictly an aficionado's smoke — full-bodied, expensive, and hard to find. It's wasted on a new palate; you want some mileage behind you to appreciate the complexity. Smoke it slowly, ideally after a meal, with an espresso, cognac, or aged rum.
If you prefer a tapered head, the PerfecXion No. 2 is the iconic OpusX torpedo. Given the body, our cigar strength guide is worth a look, and a cigar this prized deserves careful storage — see how to store cigars. Log your OpusX in the Casa DNC app.
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Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX Robusto — frequently asked
- Is the Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX Robusto a good cigar for beginners?
- Not as a first cigar. Full-bodied smokes are intense and high in nicotine — save it until you're comfortable with strength.
- How strong is the Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX Robusto?
- The Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX Robusto is Full-bodied — bold and high in nicotine. 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 Fuente Fuente OpusX Robusto taste like?
- Expect cedar, black pepper, and dark chocolate, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What is the Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX Robusto's rating?
- Published critic scores: Cigar Aficionado 97/100 (2020). Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings and doesn't score cigars itself.
- What pairs well with the Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX Robusto?
- It pairs well with espresso, aged rum, and cognac. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX Robusto?
- Plan on about 60 minutes for the robusto — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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