Cologne du Parfumeur

Lemon - restrained, bergamot - discreet, orange blosson - not intense; this olfactory triad is combined into what is not a strong and fresh opening blast, but more of a pleasant and positive array of aromas. Not special at all though.

The main addition later on is galbanum, which in the earlier stages of the drydown is paired with a very convincing note of lovely freshly cut grass. The galbanum lacks colour and vividness, but the grass impression hits the spot very nicely.

I get moderate sillage, good projection and an impressive ten hours of longevity on my skin.

This is much less directly refreshing a Cologne than 4711, and less well produced than, for instance, Penhaligon's Eau ddCologne, and miles below the quality of the ingredients that Chanel's Eau de Colognes prides itself of. Quite agreeable in some parts, but overall never special.  Released 2010.   Rating: 2.75/5