Cuban tobacco is acknowledged as among the finest in the world.
Cuba's best tobacco-growing area is in the Vuelta Abajo, part of the Pinar del Rio region area in western Cuba. In general, Cuban tobacco is strong and full-bodied, with spicy and aromatic flavors. It is also renowned for its suppleness. Most factories of premium hand-rolled cigars are located in or near Havana, the capital city. The quality and variety of cigar tobacco from the Dominican Republic has improved enormously in the past 20 years.