From Ashes to Glory: The Leaders of the Casa Carrillo Cigar Factory 

Legacy in Smoke: The Artistry of Cigar Making
A Heritage of Craftsmanship - Ernesto Perez-Carrillo
Family legacy plays a pivotal role in shaping destinies, often tracing back through generations. For Ernesto Perez-Carrillo, this legacy was intricately woven with the aroma of tobacco and the skill of cigar making. Born into a lineage where both his paternal and maternal sides were deeply entrenched in the cigar industry, Perez-Carrillo's journey into the world of cigars seemed predestined. His father and uncle, seasoned cigar makers, plied their trade on the streets of Cuba, while his maternal grandfather was no stranger to the tobacco fields. From a tender age, Perez-Carrillo was enveloped in the allure of this ancient craft.
From Apprentice to GM - Jorge Fernandez Maique (General Manager of Casa Carrillo)
Maique's initiation into the world of cigars commenced early, fueled by an insatiable curiosity and a fervent desire to learn. Rising through the ranks, he soon found himself at the helm of a team that birthed the renowned Behike line within the Cohiba brand. Through years of dedication and innovation, Maique carved a niche for himself, mastering the nuances of tobacco blending and craftsmanship. His aspiration was clear when coming to work in the Dominican Republic: to create cigars with Ernesto at Casa Carrillo that would stand the test of time, evoking the same reverence and admiration years down the line.
Harmonizing Passion: From Music to Cigars
Beyond the realm of tobacco, music coursed through Perez-Carrillo's veins. His early years saw him immersed in the world of melodies, a passion that would later find resonance in his craft.
Drawing parallels between the discipline of music and the art of cigar making, Perez-Carrillo infused his blends with the same fervor and precision that defined his musical endeavors. Just as a symphony builds crescendo, his cigars were crafted to unveil layers of flavor, enticing the senses with every draw.
Legacy Beyond Generations
As Perez-Carrillo paves the way forward, he remains cognizant of his legacy, intertwining past and present to ensure a lasting imprint on the cigar industry. The alliance between Maique, Ernesto and his children embodies a seamless transition of expertise and passion, ensuring that the flame ignited by generations past continues to burn brightly. Beyond the accolades and ratings, Perez-Carrillo's ultimate aspiration is simple yet profound: to etch his name alongside the annals of cigar history, a legacy that transcends time and generations.
In the realm of cigars, Ernesto Perez-Carrillo isn't merely crafting cigars at Casa Carrillo; he's composing symphonies, each blend a note in the grand opus of his legacy.