Barrio Viejo – Cigars

With the Barrio Viejo brand, Thorsten Wolfertz has made the transition from long-time importer to independent manufacturer. For decades, he served as a link for well-known brands like Plasencia and Oliva. Now, he has developed his own cigar line in Danlí, Honduras. The cigars are made exclusively from Honduran tobaccos, complemented by a Nicaraguan wrapper. The concept behind the Barrio Viejo cigars is clear and straightforward: solid quality at a fair price. Weiterlesen

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Barrio Viejo – Cigars

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Barrio Viejo Cigars – From Trader to Manufacturer
Barrio Viejo: Affordable Cigars With Character

It’s making waves – the Barrio Viejo brand has quickly made a name for itself. No surprise, as Thorsten Wolfertz, a well-known figure in the cigar trade, is the driving force behind the project. In professional circles, the Solingen native has long been respected for his work as an importer.

Barrio Viejo Cigars – From Trader to Manufacturer

Brands like Alec Bradley, Nicarao, A.J. Fernandez, Oliva, Condega, and Plasencia were introduced to the German market with his involvement. With *Barrio Viejo*, Wolfertz has taken the step from trading to manufacturing. Thanks to his strong industry connections, a new line was developed in Honduras, tailored to the needs of price-conscious aficionados.

The exact location of production remains a bit of a mystery. What’s known is that the cigars are made in a smaller factory in Danlí. But the key lies in the blend: the filler and binder use Honduran tobaccos, rounded out with a wrapper from Nicaragua.

Barrio Viejo: Affordable Cigars With Character

The result is impressive: a pleasantly balanced smoke with a medium-bodied profile. What really stands out, however, is the price. These bundle cigars offer an almost unbeatable price-performance ratio.

Affordable Cigars Barrio Viejo from Honduras — Great choice for beginners and frequent smokers: Barrio Viejo cigars

Statements like that are often heard – but here, they hold true. Solid longfillers like the Robusto for under five euros speak for themselves.

Transition to VCF: The Future of Barrio Viejo

As of January 1, 2023, Thorsten Wolfertz is no longer active as an independent importer. His company, including the *Barrio Viejo* brand, was handed over to VCF (Vandermarliere Cigar Family). Production and availability remain secured. Thorsten continues in the industry, now serving as Sales Director at VCF.