Acqua di Portofino Acqua di Portofino Eau de Parfum

This is a completely atypical 'Acqua'. The concentration as an Eau de Parfum already suggests that no cologne-like or even aquatic freshness is to be expected.

The scent starts with a very intense and fruity citrus note, fully ripe and juicy. Right from the start, green accents can also be perceived, coming from the tarragon. As the fruit calms down a bit, the floral notes come to the forefront. The fragrance becomes sweeter and spicier. At the same time, I perceive a sweaty-dirty note that gives it an unusual depth for Acquas. As it develops further, the flowers dominate, and the perfume shifts towards a high-quality spicy soap. With this focus, the scent then also fades away.

The floral-soapy finish vaguely reminds me of Bogart's One Man Show. Acqua di Portofino follows the same classic old-school line, complemented by a juicy-citrusy start, and it fully meets my taste. Only the longevity unfortunately leaves something to be desired. 5-6 hours is okay, but for an EdP, it's rather below average.