What a story! Looking forward to purchasing my first Fuente cigar and showing the upmost appreciation and token of gratitude for the obstacles they overcome for almost a century. Wow! Just amazing!
@@busterbiloxi3833 you MUST be black or a massive brainwashed lib to say smthg idiotic like that. Do you know what hard work is like Fuente?? Stop blaming others, develop integrity & make smthg of yourself.
At 27 I've only been smoking cigars for about 4-5 yrs now. I always thought cigars were a luxury for rich old men so I never smoked them at a cigar lounge. One day while purchasing a few at a local lounge an older man recommended I try a Fuente cigar, and had a long conversation about cigars while smoking the Fuente and as I sat there I saw many people come in and out both young and old and of all walks of life getting to meet these people while smoking cigars helped me realize that the experience is more than just puffing on rolled tobacco. It's the work it takes to make one from seed to packaging, selecting, cutting, lighting, and enjoying the smell and aromas. It's the friendships and bonds you develop with people you meet and smoke with. Listening to war stories of old war veterans, the struggles of life, advice, and joking. Whenever I smoke a cigar my problems can all take a backseat for those 1-2 hrs and despite trying many many different types of cigars, Arturo Fuente is hands down my favorite and watching this video makes me appreciate them so much more.
I had the pleasure of Speaking with Carlito Fuente about 6 months ago. What an AMAZING Guy. Larger than life in many people's eyes but still as down to earth as any common man you will ever meet.
I have never been a cigar smoker..but im blown away by this video... a great family and proud that their americans...they shown the dedication to their craft...god bless...
For now on when i smoke a......A.FUENTE...CIGAR....My choice is the A.Fuente ...Grand Reserva Maduro.....your family story will be in my mind and heart with rich flavor and patients to enjoy what your family has brought forth in the cigar world.........R.I.P......Mr.A.FUENTE.....
I absolutely love Fuente cigars always have. Fuente was my first step into smoking real cigars and a brand favorite of mine to this day. The story behind the family is just as amazing as the cigars that bear their name. Much love Fuente Family.
Wow, I had no idea of the shear struggles this family went through. It would have been so easy to give up, and then we would've never heard of them...makes me wonder how many other people ALMOST made it, but gave up before they did.
The best part for me, besides the excellent quality of every Fuente cigar, is the fact that we still receive the personal attention and care from the Fuente family today as people received back at the beginning starting with Arturo Fuente. Their website (tampasweethearts.com) based out of Tampa is where I still buy most of my Fuente cigars, and wouldn't you know, I receive a nice hand written card from Arturo Fuente, Jr addressed to me. Where else are you going to receive that little touch of decency in business today? It isn't too often it happens, and I am grateful and humbled by the experience. What a fantastic family.
That was amazing. I would buy boxes of these in the early 90’s, then when the prices rose I went to a less expensive cigar but always grabbed a Hemingway when a special occasion. I did not know this story and just assumed the the prices went up because of Cigar Afficianado magazine making cigars popular. Seeing what this courageous family went thru and endured has changed my thinking and I plan on spending the extra money to make them my go to cigars now.
I have smoked Fuente Cigars since the Early 90s. They are the most consistent Flavor year after year and rolled to perfection. My fav is the Anejo, and King and Queen B Sun Wrapper. Used to buy Opus x for less than 10, then 15, now it 30 plus.
I just started smoking cigars a few weeks ago . My first was a Hemingway classic and I was hooked . The best ! Watching the story was an inspiration and I understand why their cigars are so good ! Perseverance !!
My great grandmother rolled cigars in Ybor City when she came over from Spain. Smoked them too. Lived to 93 years old. If you haven't been to cigar City Ybor, you are missing out on cigar history. The area has changed with the times, but there is still great Cuban coffee, food at the historic Colombia restaurant, and many cigar shops where cigars are still hand rolled. The Fuente name is still prevalent in Ybor City today. They have a shop and lounge that are worth a visit. Have a cigar with one of the family there!
Amazing story behind the Arturo Fuente brand. I never knew that so much sweat and sacrifice was involved in the making the "Arturo Fuente Rothchild", my very first cigar. Next time I hold an Arturo Fuente cigar in my hand, I'll do so with much more respect as I proceed to reduce it to ashes. Your cigars are truly delicious smokes. Looking forward to more A. Fuente events....
Wow. what an inspirational story. I admire this family for holding up against everything they witnessed. My first ever cigar got to be Fuentes and it would be a great pleasure and honor for me.
My first ever cigar was an Arturo Fuente Anejo. My father in law bought me one in Las Vegas and we smoked them and drank mojitos with freshly crushed mint leaf. That experience made me a huge fan of their cigars and cigars in general.
I too have enjoyed this video, the quality of Arturo Fuente was apparent to me the first time I smoked one. I know that I keep some in my humidor at all times. Having watched this video I'm sure I will think of it at times when I am enjoying my favorite.
What a great story. I was smoking Arturo Fuente When the Opus X came out. It was to high priced for me, So I never got to smoke it. But know most all cigars are out of my price range. Since I retired, Not enough money for such Things. But I still have my memories of smoking a good Arturo Fuente Cigars. Be leave it or not when I was smoking them they were 1.00 each. LOL That wasn't the top of the line cigar for them, But still a good cigar for sure. I miss those days.
#1 Cigar ,great people as well...had the honor to meet them while in Philadelphia at a cigar shop, Holts.........what a place . A must to,for any cigar smoker. Till we meet again..............
When you smoke any cigars knowing the story behind it, trust me, its a whole different experience.
Respect for the Fuente family.
respect
Great point. Looking fwd to it with my 858s...
What a story! Looking forward to purchasing my first Fuente cigar and showing the upmost appreciation and token of gratitude for the obstacles they overcome for almost a century. Wow! Just amazing!
Fuente cigars are hands down my favorite. Quality is excellent
overrated
"In those days, a man was a man" ~ C.Fuente Jr.
Amen!
Damn straight. :)
Especially if he was a White Man. Those were the days of racist WASPS.
@@busterbiloxi3833 you MUST be black or a massive brainwashed lib to say smthg idiotic like that.
Do you know what hard work is like Fuente??
Stop blaming others, develop integrity & make smthg of yourself.
@@rvz77 when someone brings race into it, its pretty clear homie is a racist.
Damn snowflakes lol
At 27 I've only been smoking cigars for about 4-5 yrs now. I always thought cigars were a luxury for rich old men so I never smoked them at a cigar lounge. One day while purchasing a few at a local lounge an older man recommended I try a Fuente cigar, and had a long conversation about cigars while smoking the Fuente and as I sat there I saw many people come in and out both young and old and of all walks of life getting to meet these people while smoking cigars helped me realize that the experience is more than just puffing on rolled tobacco. It's the work it takes to make one from seed to packaging, selecting, cutting, lighting, and enjoying the smell and aromas. It's the friendships and bonds you develop with people you meet and smoke with. Listening to war stories of old war veterans, the struggles of life, advice, and joking. Whenever I smoke a cigar my problems can all take a backseat for those 1-2 hrs and despite trying many many different types of cigars, Arturo Fuente is hands down my favorite and watching this video makes me appreciate them so much more.
Well said Eddie. Well said. Brotherhood of the leaf.
Nicotine does not discriminate.
It was a big honor for me to write music for it.
I had the pleasure of Speaking with Carlito Fuente about 6 months ago. What an AMAZING Guy. Larger than life in many people's eyes but still as down to earth as any common man you will ever meet.
RIP Senor Fuente. Thank you for everything you did for cigars and for us.
Hemingway short story is a fantastic cigar, i always can find time for one. the Fuentes are icons in the cigar world.
That’s my favorite cigar also
I have never been a cigar smoker..but im blown away by this video... a great family and proud that their americans...they shown the dedication to their craft...god bless...
Beautiful story, if we as men take this approach in this day and age, the world would be a better place!!
True men with a lot of dedication and clear goal! Mad respect!
For now on when i smoke a......A.FUENTE...CIGAR....My choice is the A.Fuente ...Grand Reserva Maduro.....your family story will be in my mind and heart with rich flavor and patients to enjoy what your family has brought forth in the cigar world.........R.I.P......Mr.A.FUENTE.....
Rest In Love Proud Cuban Here And Tampa Floridian... Fuente Forever
Im from Tampa too ^_^
Great history, great family and absolutely amazing cigars!!!
I absolutely love Fuente cigars always have. Fuente was my first step into smoking real cigars and a brand favorite of mine to this day. The story behind the family is just as amazing as the cigars that bear their name. Much love Fuente Family.
Wow, I had no idea of the shear struggles this family went through. It would have been so easy to give up, and then we would've never heard of them...makes me wonder how many other people ALMOST made it, but gave up before they did.
The best part for me, besides the excellent quality of every Fuente cigar, is the fact that we still receive the personal attention and care from the Fuente family today as people received back at the beginning starting with Arturo Fuente. Their website (tampasweethearts.com) based out of Tampa is where I still buy most of my Fuente cigars, and wouldn't you know, I receive a nice hand written card from Arturo Fuente, Jr addressed to me. Where else are you going to receive that little touch of decency in business today? It isn't too often it happens, and I am grateful and humbled by the experience. What a fantastic family.
First time watching this video, so informative, and what tremendous happy ending. I must try Fuentes Fuentes opusx.
That was amazing. I would buy boxes of these in the early 90’s, then when the prices rose I went to a less expensive cigar but always grabbed a Hemingway when a special occasion. I did not know this story and just assumed the the prices went up because of Cigar Afficianado magazine making cigars popular. Seeing what this courageous family went thru and endured has changed my thinking and I plan on spending the extra money to make them my go to cigars now.
Great story, they make among some of the best cigars.... I also love their passion for cigars....
I had an OpusX this weekend. WHOA! What a cigar! Too much for me personally, but it's my father's preferred smoke.
what a beautiful story of passion, sacrifice, determination and success...well done Fuente!
Wow, what a story of perseverance ✊🏾
Wonderful documentary, really puts a real story behind the cigars.
Cigar smoking is in a class of its own. Great cigars!
Arturo Fuente cigars are simply the best. I’m a loyal customer. God Bless the Fuente family.
I have smoked Fuente Cigars since the Early 90s. They are the most consistent Flavor year after year and rolled to perfection. My fav is the Anejo, and King and Queen B Sun Wrapper. Used to buy Opus x for less than 10, then 15, now it 30 plus.
Had my first fuente tonight. Casa cuba. Hands down the best smoke I've ever enjoyed. Cheers
Great video. Thanks!
wow! just wow, amazing story!! thank you so much for uploading this!!!
Thank you so much for uploading :)
This is a gem thank you for sharing 👍
Thank you for the Hemingway Series!!!
I could watch this over and over again. Love Joe's narration
Amazing story about a amazing family. Every one should watch this. Such an inspiration.
I'm a fan, great story behind it
Thank you for posting this, very cool video.
I just started smoking cigars a few weeks ago . My first was a Hemingway classic and I was hooked . The best ! Watching the story was an inspiration and I understand why their cigars are so good ! Perseverance !!
I have smoked cigars many years...Of all the brands out there the Arturo Fuente has always been my favorite. Great story, Great cigars.
What a great cigar company but an even better man !! Cheers to another 100 years of Fuente Cigars
Beautiful documentary!
What a story...just amazing!
What a great video! Truly enjoyed it.
Dang that was good! Very inspiring story. Will definitely give me a deeper appreciation when enjoying my AFs. Thanks for sharing this vid...
What an inspiring documentary! What a family!! Wow!!! I am moved beyond words.
Great story on determination and perseverance!!
Wonderful story! Fuente are up there among the very best in the world and their story shows why.
A story of a dream, determination, and grit. Truly an inspiration. 🙏🏾
My great grandmother rolled cigars in Ybor City when she came over from Spain. Smoked them too. Lived to 93 years old. If you haven't been to cigar City Ybor, you are missing out on cigar history. The area has changed with the times, but there is still great Cuban coffee, food at the historic Colombia restaurant, and many cigar shops where cigars are still hand rolled. The Fuente name is still prevalent in Ybor City today. They have a shop and lounge that are worth a visit. Have a cigar with one of the family there!
Holding back tears
Amazing story behind the Arturo Fuente brand. I never knew that so much sweat and sacrifice was involved in the making the "Arturo Fuente Rothchild", my very first cigar. Next time I hold an Arturo Fuente cigar in my hand, I'll do so with much more respect as I proceed to reduce it to ashes. Your cigars are truly delicious smokes.
Looking forward to more A. Fuente events....
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Great Documentary
Wow. what an inspirational story. I admire this family for holding up against everything they witnessed. My first ever cigar got to be Fuentes and it would be a great pleasure and honor for me.
My hat off to this family. Great story.
My first ever cigar was an Arturo Fuente Anejo. My father in law bought me one in Las Vegas and we smoked them and drank mojitos with freshly crushed mint leaf. That experience made me a huge fan of their cigars and cigars in general.
This video has touch my heart this family is one of the greatest story ever told
Very inspirational.
More reason than ever to support the Fuente Brand.
A "short story", "best seller" ,a "MASTERPIECE "
Wow Awsome video. I didn't know anything about the people who makes those cigars, but they have allways been my favorite cigars.
We need make this to be a movie!
@Rudy Whitaker Haha I from Malaysia man, not USA
The Power of family .......and a good cigar..........Legendary.
Beautiful story
These dudes are the real deal. I love the way they talk. Great cigars.
Very inspiring family!
I knew it was something special about these cigars. I guess you can taste the struggle in the cigars. I love these people.
Beautidul story and a great legacy.. opus x one of my favorites
Great Story!!
Fantastic cigars and great story
My first hand-made was a Macanudo. My first favorite cigar was an Arturo Fuente. My favorite now is still an Arturo Fuente. Now I know why.
AF is the best
Fuente definitely my favorite cigar brand
This story would make an exceptional movie.
I too have enjoyed this video, the quality of Arturo Fuente was apparent to me the first time I smoked one. I know that I keep some in my humidor at all times. Having watched this video I'm sure I will think of it at times when I am enjoying my favorite.
God bless Famiia Fuente
awesome
Had that opus X when it first came out. Damm what an awesome smoke.
Amazing story
The best cigars handsdown. If u do not like Opus x cigars you do not know cigars period!
Opus x, Opus x Opus x.That's all you bloody see in American 'blog's.
There ARE other cigars in the world mate
Opus X is just a bigger overpriced 858 in my humble opinion...
@Jagdhaixhabasj Wherever it is made...
Wow, what a story
"Life is what you make it, if you love it it's natural"
You can never go wrong with a Fuente! I am eager to try a hemingway at some point this year
Wow Great men Great women great families and a great flavor. Those chateau are really good and the Hemingways taste very good too
What a great story. I was smoking Arturo Fuente When the Opus X came out. It was to high priced for me, So I never got to smoke it. But know most all cigars are out of my price range. Since I retired, Not enough money for such Things. But I still have my memories of smoking a good Arturo Fuente Cigars. Be leave it or not when I was smoking them they were 1.00 each. LOL That wasn't the top of the line cigar for them, But still a good cigar for sure. I miss those days.
Great story
I love the Short Story cigars, but I’ve recently added the 8-5-8 to my collection. A wonderful cigar. Great story too.
#1 Cigar ,great people as well...had the honor to meet them while in Philadelphia at a cigar shop, Holts.........what a place . A must to,for any cigar smoker. Till we meet again..............
thanks to the Arturo Fuente family for taking this country their own!!!...thanks for the video!!!
I am very happy for the success of the family 👏☕🇨🇺
#Arturo😢👏👏👏
Admirations to you Sir Hats off to you . Deserve everything you have. KARMA is with you.
My first cigar was a 5 Vegas, first A.F. was an 858 great cigars
great story
God bless the Dominican Republic the true country of oportunity
I have always appreciated and enjoyed an Arturo Fuente cigar. The back story will make my next AF cigar even more special. Thank you!
They should make a new cigar named (El 50) for the fifty cigar the brothers made.
I didn't notice that the "AF" logo is like the 82nd Airborne, lol!!!! "ALL AMERICANS" HOAHH!!!
The finest Dominican cigars
What a great story. The Fuente came from poverty to become a real cigar dynasty.
I have watched this 10 times. Anyone know of more content that is similar?
If you love Fuente cigars try the Hemingway. Such a great smooth smoke!
Fascinating story, I love good Dominican Cigars.
WOW! That's All I can say!
Respect Respect Respect what a great story SALUTE TO THE FUENTE FAMILY