07/15/2025

Merlotsupern
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Merlotsupern
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More Polo Than Rodeo: Aseel’s Tame Leather Charm
Aseel S E opens with a rich blend of Turkish rose and sweet toffee, setting a warm initial tone. At the same time, you will also smell an airy orange note along with an ozonic tendency (lasting for a a bit, into the dry down) which makes Aseel SE quite unique. As the scent develops, the heart reveals a smooth transition into velvety vanilla and subtle spices.
Being a (racing) horse themed fragrance, the leather note is definitely there but it emerges gradually... woven into the base rather than dominating the composition. It is refined, with a suede-like softness that avoids the overtly animalic territory. Aseel’s leather is understated, more reminiscent of well-worn luxury saddle than rawhide or barnyard. It complements the sweetness and the floral notes.
As most of the Arabian Oud fragrances, longevity is well above average, most likely boosted by "ambergris": 10+ hours on skin. Projection is moderate to strong in the first 2–3 hours.
Overall, Aseel Special Edition offers a nuanced unisex leather experience. Elegant, minimally animalic, and on par with much more hyped fragrances. Good for those who appreciate sweeter compositions and are not afraid of florals.
Being a (racing) horse themed fragrance, the leather note is definitely there but it emerges gradually... woven into the base rather than dominating the composition. It is refined, with a suede-like softness that avoids the overtly animalic territory. Aseel’s leather is understated, more reminiscent of well-worn luxury saddle than rawhide or barnyard. It complements the sweetness and the floral notes.
As most of the Arabian Oud fragrances, longevity is well above average, most likely boosted by "ambergris": 10+ hours on skin. Projection is moderate to strong in the first 2–3 hours.
Overall, Aseel Special Edition offers a nuanced unisex leather experience. Elegant, minimally animalic, and on par with much more hyped fragrances. Good for those who appreciate sweeter compositions and are not afraid of florals.