The World of the Habano

The Vegueros’ magic touch (II)

The extraordinary labour of shade-grown tobacco

Wrapper leaves are exceptional in every respect. Some 10-20 days into the growing season, the fields are entirely enclosed under canopies of muslin cloth – a remarkable sight.

Each plant is then individually strung to the frame. Irrigation is critical. The plants must get just the right quantity of water at the moment they need it.

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 Irrigation is critical. The plants must get just the right quantity of water at the moment they need it.

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Flavour grows in the open

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Cuban sunlight works its magic to bring on the rich variety of flavours in the sun-grown plants that supply the filler and binder leaves.

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Habanos are made
completely by hand

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