Fascinating article from Cigar Aficionado - 2001

[VeguerosMAN]

https://www.cigaraficionado.com/article/nicaraguas-power-leaf-7030

 

Seems like Padrons haven't changed their philosophy over the years.  Also, there is a rumor that Padrons secretly buy Mexican San Andreas wrappers for their Maduro line. This article (back in 2001) put that theory to rest. They use Habano seeds for all their tobaccos.