Henry Clay & Montecristo Open Slam: Toni Galatti from Intertabak AG on tradition, rhetoric and creamy smoking pleasure
I am at the stand of the Intertabaccowhere Toni Galatti a true veteran of the industry. "This is my eighth time at Manuel's in-house exhibition," he says with a smile. He knows the scene, the brands and the people - and brings experience and enthusiasm together with his calm manner. This year he is presenting two special brands: Henry Clay and a new Montecristo.
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10 years of Feria del Tabaco - pleasure meets passion
A unique in-house exhibition in Zurich: MANUEL'S brings together cigar importers, manufacturers and aficionados for an enjoyable meeting of a special kind. For ten years now, the Feria del Tabaco cigar lovers come together in Zurich. What once began as a small in-house exhibition is now a fixed date in the calendar of the Swiss cigar scene. Numerous importers present their exclusive cigars, accessories and new products. For two days, the MANUEL'S into a lively forum of enjoyment: talks, tastings, innovations and encounters - all under the sign of the cigar. An anniversary that is not only celebrated, but also enjoyed.
"This is my eighth time at Manuel's in-house exhibition," says Toni Galatti with a smile.
Henry Clay - a brand with a history
"Henry Clay was born in Cuba in 1840," Toni explains with a smile. "It was born in Cuba in the middle of the 19th century and is named in honor of the famous US senator, brilliant orator and influential politician Henry Clay. For a long time, it was limited exclusively to the American market - but since mid-2024, this traditional legend has been experiencing an international rebirth. " The brand has an eventful history behind it. Today it is produced in Honduras at Flor de Copán manufactured.
Montecristo Open Slam - discreetly at the Intertabak stand
Somewhat deliberately hidden, there is a new product from Cuba. "We have the Montecristo Open Slam with her," says Toni. "But at the moment it's only limited availability. We just wanted to take a few pieces with us to make people happy." The Open Slam extends the well-known Montecristo Open Series - consisting of Eagle, Master, Regata and now Open Slam. "I'm excited to see what the ratings will be this year," says Toni. "Many aficionados will be trying them for the first time here at the fair."
Toni Galotti impressively demonstrates how history and the present come together in the world of cigars. With Henry Claya brand with symbolic power, and the Montecristo Open Slama fresh chapter in the Open series, Intertabak presents two highlights that are sure to arouse curiosity. And anyone who knows Toni knows that wherever he is, there are not only cigars, but always a good story - and a warm smile to go with it.
These were the exhibitors at the Feria del Tabaco 2025
Exhibitors have their say at Feria del Tabaco 2025: Click here for the portraits
Top row, from left to right: Manuel Fröhlich (Manuel's), Stefano Nett (Compañía de Tabacos), Carlos Andrés (Cigarmundi), Dirk Behrendt (Hartl Premium Tobacco), Matthieu Rebjock (Oettinger Davidoff), Toni Galatti (Intertabak)
Bottom row, from left to right: Lajos Horváth (ImpCor), Dominik Mezzomo (The Royal Cigar Company), Yoel Portuondo (La Flo de Portuondo), Salvatore Schaffner (Uniportis).
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