Fuente Fuente OpusX Templo de Oro No. 8 — Box of 20

The No. 8 is a large-format cigar from the Templo de Oro line, measuring 6⅛ inches × 55 ring gauge. It is handmade in the Dominican Republic and sold in boxes of 20. Its pale, golden-toned wrapper and individual gold foil sleeve give the line its name, meaning “Temple of Gold.” The specific wrapper, binder and filler tobaccos have not been publicly disclosed. cigaraficionado.com

The line was designed to offer a creamier take on the familiar Fuente house style. In a review of three No. 8 cigars, the opening brought together wood, bread, oats, gentle white pepper and underlying sweetness. As it developed, the reviewer noted cream, nuts, earth and vanilla-like sweetness. Later, toasted flavours, leather, black pepper and coffee became more noticeable. These are one reviewer’s tasting impressions, and the balance can vary between cigars. es.halfwheel.com

It’s a medium-bodied smoke with flavours that the reviewer found medium-full in intensity; strength ranged from medium to medium-high. Its generous 55 ring gauge makes for a broad, substantial format, while the creamy, sweet and woody notes help distinguish it from a more forceful, traditional OpusX profile. es.halfwheel.com

Product details

• Line: Fuente Fuente OpusX Templo de Oro
• Vitola: No. 8
• Size: 6⅛ × 55
• Origin: Dominican Republic
• Blend: Wrapper, binder and filler details undisclosed
• Profile: Creamy, woody and gently sweet, with evolving spice and roasted notes
• Box quantity: 20 cigars cigaraficionado.com