Fuente Fuente OpusX Templo de Oro No. 1 — Box of 20

The Templo de Oro No. 1 is a Toro-sized OpusX from Arturo Fuente’s newer ForbiddenX Templo de Oro line. Its name means “Temple of Gold”—a reference to its light, golden-coloured wrapper and gold foil sleeve, not “Age of Gold.” The No. 1 measures 6⅛ inches × 50 ring gauge and comes in a 20-cigar box. cigaraficionado.com

Its pale, golden appearance sets it apart from the darker look many smokers associate with OpusX. The cigar is made in the Dominican Republic, but the maker has not publicly disclosed the wrapper, binder and filler blend. Fuente has described the tobacco as aged, while reporting on the release characterises the profile as intentionally creamier and softer than a traditional, more forceful OpusX. cigaraficionado.com

In the smoke, expect a smoother, more restrained style, with a creamy texture and a gradual development of flavour. Retail descriptions suggest cedar, gentle spice and a hint of sweetness, though these are tasting impressions rather than official blend notes. The No. 1’s Toro format offers a longer smoke in which the profile can unfold; strength and flavour impressions may vary between smokers and individual cigars. cigarcountry.com

Product details

• Line: ForbiddenX Templo de Oro
• Vitola: No. 1 Toro
• Size: 6⅛ × 50
• Origin: Dominican Republic
• Blend: Tobacco details undisclosed
• Profile: Reported as creamier and softer than classic OpusX
• Box quantity: 20 cigars cigaraficionado.com