by Nicola Di Nunzio | July 24, 2026 | Friends of Partagás, Events
The allure and passion of the Habanos culture found their ultimate expression in the spectacular setting of Piazza Enrico Mattei in Matelica, the venue for the 20th Amigos de Partagás Gala Dinner (2026). The event, now in its extraordinary... 
by Nicola Di Nunzio | July 23, 2026 | Cuba, Cigars
In the slow-smoking world, very few brands evoke the same allure, history, and prestige as Montecristo. With a significant share of global Habanos sales and the enduring Montecristo No. 4 firmly at the top of the... by Nicola Di Nunzio | July 22, 2026 | Friends of Partagás, Events
The third and most intense day of tastings at the XX Amigos de Partagás took place on Saturday, July 4th, in Matelica. This event raised the bar even higher for innovation and exclusivity, combining immersive technology,... by Nicola Di Nunzio | July 21, 2026 | Cuba, Cigars
The premium cigar scene is enriched by a release eagerly awaited by collectors and travelers. Intertabak AG, the official importer of Habanos for Switzerland, has announced the official distribution of the Cohiba Vistosos Travel Humidor Duty Free and... by Nicola Di Nunzio | July 20, 2026 | Cuba, Cigars
Dear friends, after the grand world premiere held in Mexico City last November, there's some great news for the European market, especially for Swiss collectors and enthusiasts. The official distributor, Intertabak AG... 
by Nicola Di Nunzio | July 18, 2026 | Friends of Partagás, Events
The second day of tastings at the 20th Amigos de Partagás in Matelica confirmed the high cultural and technical significance of the 2026 edition. The renowned Marche festival, an international reference point for connoisseurs of Habanos and... 
by Nicola Di Nunzio | July 16, 2026 | Cuba, Cigars
The global slow-smoking market is once again facing the scourge of counterfeiting. A recent, major operation by the Spanish Guardia Civil led to the dismantling of a clandestine factory producing counterfeit Habanos located in... 
by Nicola Di Nunzio | July 15, 2026 | Bubbles & Champagne
There are Champagnes that simply capture a vintage, capturing the weather of a single season in their lees. Others, rarer and more evocative, can tell the intimate and spiritual story of a Maison, elevating the identity of the terroir to... 
by Nicola Di Nunzio | July 14, 2026 | Friends of Partagás, Events
Friday night, as we know, is the beating heart of major celebrations. But when the stage is the 20th Amigos de Partagás in Matelica, the anticipation transforms into pure magic. This year too, Friday evening provided unforgettable and extraordinary emotions... 
by Nicola Di Nunzio | July 13, 2026 | Friends of Partagás, Events
The long-awaited 20th Amigos de Partagás kicked off in Matelica under the best auspices and with an extraordinary turnout of enthusiasts, experts, and industry professionals. The 2026 edition of the traditional and renowned Marche event dedicated to...