Arturo Fuente Anejo Reserva No. 49 (7.63" x 49)

The Arturo Fuente Anejo Reserva No. 49 is a Dominican-made, Full-strength Double Corona measuring 7.63" × 49 from the Arturo Fuente Añejo line. It combines a Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper with Dominican binder and filler tobaccos. Fuente states that the wrapper is five years old and receives additional aging in a Cognac barrel.

Arturo Fuente Anejo Reserva No. 49 Specifications

Fuente's official catalogue lists the No. 49 at 7 5/8 × 49 and 25 cigars per manufacturer box. Cigar Aficionado independently identifies the size as a Double Corona with Dominican binder and filler and U.S. Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper.

Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro and Cognac-Barrel Aging

The USA Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper is the defining tobacco component of the Añejo Reserva No. 49. Fuente's history of the line explains that Connecticut Broadleaf was chosen after Hurricane Georges damaged the wrapper crop used for Fuente Fuente OpusX.

Beneath that wrapper are Dominican binder and filler tobaccos associated with Chateau de la Fuente. That composition gives the cigar a Dominican core finished with the darker Connecticut Broadleaf outer leaf, rather than making the No. 49 a Dominican puro.

Fuente describes the wrapper as five years old and aged in a Cognac barrel. Buyers comparing Connecticut wrapper cigars should therefore distinguish this Broadleaf Maduro application from lighter Connecticut Shade wrappers that share the same broad store taxonomy.

No. 49 Double Corona at 7.63 × 49

The No. 49 measures 7.63 inches long with a 49 ring gauge, making it one of the longer formats in the Arturo Fuente Añejo Reserva collection. Fuente's catalogue records the same format as 7 5/8 × 49.

A 49 ring gauge equals 49/64 of an inch in diameter. Within the Añejo line, the No. 49 is longer than the No. 50, No. 46, No. 55, No. 60, and No. 888, while the dimensions distinguish it from the line's uniquely shaped No. 77 Shark.

The previous 100–120 minute smoking-time estimate has not been retained because the manufacturer does not publish a verified burn time for the No. 49.

Full Strength and Fuente's Published Añejo Profile

TRP classifies the No. 49 within its Full-strength cigars, so Full is used here as the store strength taxonomy. Strength remains separate from flavor, body, aroma, and finish.

Fuente describes the Añejo blend as rich, spicy, and slightly sweet, with the Cognac-barrel wrapper-aging process contributing a distinctive finish. Those manufacturer descriptions replace the previous unsourced list of dark chocolate, cedar, raisin, espresso, leather, and sweet spice.

Independent evaluations may describe additional tasting notes or a different perceived intensity, but those subjective profiles are not substituted for Fuente's published description on this product page.

Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia. in the Dominican Republic

The Añejo Reserva No. 49 is made by Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia. in the Dominican Republic. Cigar Aficionado identifies Fuente's modern cigar production with its operations in Santiago, Dominican Republic.

The No. 49 belongs to the broader Arturo Fuente cigar portfolio and specifically to the Añejo line. Fuente's catalogue lists the line in No. 46, No. 48, No. 49, No. 50, No. 55, No. 60, No. 77 Shark, and No. 888 formats.

Fuente states that Añejo production developed after Hurricane Georges caused a shortage of OpusX wrapper tobacco. The resulting blend uses aged Connecticut Broadleaf around Dominican binder and filler, with releases typically associated with Father's Day and Christmas.

Choosing the Full-Strength No. 49 Format

The long 7.63 × 49 Double Corona format makes the No. 49 relevant to buyers comparing extended-format Dominican cigars within TRP's Full-strength range. Its distinction comes from format, Dominican interior tobaccos, and the Cognac-barrel-aged Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper rather than ring gauge alone.

For pairing, the manufacturer's spicy and slightly sweet profile can be matched with espresso, aged rum, or a malt-forward whisky. These are serving suggestions rather than Arturo Fuente specifications.

For storage, keep the cigar in a properly maintained humidor rather than relying on the previous page's unsupported 65–68% humidity prescription. Stable cigar-storage conditions are more useful here than presenting a product-specific humidity requirement Fuente does not publish.

Arturo Fuente Añejo No. 49 at TRP Cigars

TRP carries the No. 49 within a broader premium cigar selection, including dedicated Arturo Fuente and Añejo Reserva collections for comparing related formats.

TRP states that it was founded in 2005 and operates a physical cigar lounge in Cedarhurst, New York. Tobacco purchases are subject to TRP's age-verification policy, and customers can review the retailer's shipping terms before ordering.

Arturo Fuente Anejo Reserva No. 49 FAQs

What wrapper does Arturo Fuente Anejo Reserva No. 49 use?

The No. 49 uses a USA Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper. Fuente states that the Añejo wrapper is five years old and receives aging in a Cognac barrel before being used over Dominican binder and filler tobaccos.

Is Arturo Fuente Anejo Reserva No. 49 a Double Corona?

Yes. The No. 49 is classified as a Double Corona and measures 7.63" × 49. Fuente's official catalogue lists the same dimensions as 7 5/8 inches long with a 49 ring gauge.

Where is Arturo Fuente Anejo Reserva No. 49 made?

The No. 49 is made in the Dominican Republic by Tabacalera A. Fuente y Cia. The cigar combines Dominican binder and filler with a U.S. Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper rather than using Dominican tobacco for all three blend components.

Is the Añejo No. 49 wrapper aged in Cognac barrels?

Yes. Arturo Fuente states that the Añejo line uses an aged Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper that receives Cognac-barrel aging. The official catalogue describes the wrapper as five years old before identifying the Cognac-barrel treatment.

What does Arturo Fuente say the Añejo blend tastes like?

Fuente describes the Añejo blend as rich, spicy, and slightly sweet, with a distinctive finish associated with its wrapper-aging process. More specific flavor lists found on retailer pages or reviews should be treated as subjective unless Fuente publishes them.

Is Arturo Fuente Anejo Reserva No. 49 a limited-release cigar?

Yes. Fuente describes Añejo as a limited cigar that is typically available around Father's Day and Christmas. That seasonal pattern is more precise than simply calling every individual No. 49 permanently rare or continuously available.

Dark chocolate, cedar, raisin, espresso, leather, sweet spice

The Arturo Fuente Anejo Reserva No. 49 (7.63" x 49) is a collectible full-bodied cigar crafted for smokers who want depth, balance and a memorable finish. Expect notes of dark chocolate, cedar, raisin, espresso, leather, sweet spice woven through a smooth draw and steady construction. It is a strong choice for customers looking for dominican character, reliable craftsmanship and an easy pairing with coffee or spirits.