Wow. What a strange, classy scent. I positively cannot identify what this smells like.

Very dressy, though… sort of a classic cologne scent, and very slightly ostentatious, though not in a bad way, just a way that says, wear this to black tie dinners, not every day. This is not a scent that will make anybody say, “Wow, you smell amazing!” but it’s could be a perfect part of a very nice ensemble, showing that you’ve given thought to your presentation, right down to the scent. It’s kind of the opposite of a dumb reach.

But, it’s strange, too. It’s really got a personality. I like it, maybe love it, but I could imagine some people finding it a little objectionable. There’s something acidic to it. It’s got an odd, slightly tart or astringent note buried in there that makes it pretty unique. It almost reminds me of apricots.

There’s some wood in there, too, and some spice. A very familiar spice that I can’t put my finger on. It’s not cinnamon. But damn, it’s familiar. This one is complex.

I have to go with the synesthesia for this one. Most conventional colognes have a muted yellow, tan, or golden base. This has that base, but darker and more brownish perhaps, and the body veers towards smelling brownish-purple, maybe even maroon. I honestly don’t think I’ve ever smelled this color before.

For anyone reading, I suppose this description hasn’t been helpful. Imagine this: a classic, mild, classy men’s fougere, sitting next to a glass of balsamic vinegar. But, better.

Very, very odd.