Las Villas Cigars is a boutique powerhouse rooted in Cuban tradition and Nicaraguan terroir. Founded by master blender Guillermo Pena, who emigrated from Cuba to Estelí, the brand represents a bridge between old-world techniques and modern innovation. Pena established the Las Villas Cigar Factory to maintain absolute quality control, overseeing every step of the process—from the initial rolling of long-filler leaf to the final construction of the cedar boxes in-house.
The factory is renowned for its dedication to craftsmanship, producing approximately 17,000 cigars daily using time-honored methods like triple-seamed caps. By managing their own production facility, Las Villas ensures that every cigar meeting the consumer’s hand adheres to the rigorous standards Pena brought from his heritage, making them a standout in the competitive Estelí landscape.
Their flagship Las Villas Seleccion features a dark Mexican San Andrés wrapper over potent Nicaraguan Ligeros, offering a medium-to-full-bodied profile rich with notes of espresso and earth. Whether through their 10th Anniversary releases or core Habano and Maduro lines, Las Villas continues to push boutique boundaries while honoring traditional roots.
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