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New World
Grown and blended outside Cuba — Nicaragua, Dominican Republic, Honduras, Ecuador and beyond. New World makers have redefined premium cigar-making with bold innovation and diverse microclimates.
Leaf Composition
Growing Region — Jalapa Valley
Nuanced, sweet leaf with fine texture; less body and spice than Estelí
High-altitude Nicaraguan valley prized for nuanced, sweeter leaf with less body than Estelí. Used by Oliva (Melanio), Padrón, My Father, and many boutique brands. The elevation and volcanic soils produce a distinct terroir impossible to replicate elsewhere.
Flavour Profile
producer baselineThe Brand
Founded 1968 by Cano A. Ozgener — the initials C.A.O. became the brand name. Known for creative blending across origins: Colombia, Pilon, Flathead, and America lines each have a distinct regional character. Now owned by Scandinavian Tobacco Group through General Cigar Holdings.
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