XXIII Festival del Habano: Highlights and Landmark New Releases

The 23rd Festival del Habano marked a triumphant return to Havana, showcasing major new luxury releases and raising a record €11.2 million at the final Gala Dinner charity auction.

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1. Unveiling the Partagás Línea Maestra

The highlight of the festival was the launch of Partagás Línea Maestra, the brand’s most premium ultra-luxury line rolled with 100% tobacco harvested from the legendary vegas of San Luis in Vuelta Abajo.

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2. Historic Humidor Auction Results

The closing Gala Dinner achieved an unprecedented €11,220,000 in bids for six unique artisanal humidors, including a one-of-a-kind Cohiba humidor sold for a record €4.2 million.

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Frequently asked questions

What was the flagship release at the 23rd Festival del Habano?

The headline reveal was the Partagás Línea Maestra, featuring 100% San Luis Vuelta Abajo tobacco across three vitolas: Origen, Rito, and Maestro.