Fareham Wine Cellar Havana Cigar Point

Fareham Wine Cellar is officially classified as a “Havana Cigar Point”

Although principally known as a wine and spirit merchant, Fareham Wine Cellar has long been recognized for its wide selection of Cuban cigars. Becoming an official Havana Cigar Point is a testament to the shop’s commitment to providing exceptional products and services to its customers. As a Havana Cigar Point we now stock an expanded range of authentic Cuban cigars, including sought-after brands such as Cohiba, Montecristo, Romeo y Julieta, and Partagas.

See Fareham Wine Cellar’s full range of cigars here.

The Havana Cigar Point concept is well established globally having been introduced a few years ago by Habanos S.A., the Cuban based company responsible for the sales and marketing Habanos globally. Known as ‘Habanos Points’ outside of the UK, this is a worldwide network of shops recognised by cigar smokers as a destination where a well-chosen and well-balanced range of Havana cigars can be purchased in perfect smoking conditions. Customers will traditionally find a smaller range compared to a Specialist, but the service and storage will remain of the highest standard.  

A Havana Cigar Point must not only meet the criteria set by Hunters & Frankau (UK’s sole Cuban cigar importer) to guarantee that only the finest Havana cigars are stored in optimum conditions for sale to cigar enthusiasts, but that the principles of English Market Selection (EMS) must also be adhered to. 

What is English Market Selection?

English Market Selection is a term that has been used in Cuba for over a century to denote the quality of cigars designated for the British market. This designation is the cornerstone of the UK’s long-standing reputation as the global centre for the finest Havana cigars. Every single box and pack of Havana cigars that passes through the Hunters & Frankau warehouse undergoes a thorough inspection process. The seals on each cigar boxare cut and the contents are carefully examined to ensure that only the highest quality cigars are released for sale in the UK market.

Fareham Wine Cellar is a great destination for cigar aficionados looking for a wide selection of high-quality Cuban cigars as well as expert advice. Come and browse our selection of cigars.