Visit for Men Azzaro 2003 Eau de Toilette

First of all, I didn't know this scent before Parfumo at all. And unfortunately (as so often), it is no longer being produced. It seems to be quite a bad trend that manufacturers let their best horses in the stable be put down, probably because they no longer turn as quickly as fiery young stallions, who in most cases lack maturity and elegance. All the more curious I was about "Visit," from which I was able to snag a 100-ml bottle at a good price from the company with the "A."

Why did I do that, even though I'm not a fan of "Azzaro pour Homme" (herb-leathery-soapy), "Chrome" (fresh-synthetic-metallic), or "Wanted" (see the horse example)? It seems clear: First of all, there are the good reviews here that do influence a purchase decision to some extent. But more importantly, it is due to the listed fragrance pyramid, which does NOT contain what I already have in abundance in my collection (citrus, fruity, and herbal) or something that my nose often finds itself at odds with (leathery and gourmand).

Impatiently, I unpack the bottle, which comes without a cap and presents a very good, sleek figure. The violet liquid inside arrives on my skin exactly as I expected, and that is rather rare. Apart from the fact that I count quite a few fragrances by Annick Ménardo among my favorites (Acqua di Gio, Xeryus Rouge, Body Kouros). "Visit" is characterized by a rather linear scent progression, which I personally find very pleasing. Cardamom and pepper naturally weaken a bit after a while in favor of noble woods, but from the very beginning, they find two steadfast companions in the sweet amber and sensual incense that firmly hook under the arms of the top and base notes.

I keep sniffing my arm and can’t find anything that bothers me: on the contrary. "Visit" exudes an extremely masculine aura without making me think of full-blooded machos or suit wearers. It carries a seductive sweetness within, without reminding me of Christmas cookies or candied fruit. Slightly smoky wood makes me think of an open fireplace, without me standing directly next to the embers. For me, it’s a top-notch autumn and winter fragrance for anyone who, like me, does not prefer it too old-fashioned, rough, sweet, and oriental.

I would say: Grab it while "Visit" is still available somewhere. The price is reasonable (around 40 euros for 100 ml), the H&S are above average, and the cold season has crept in outside. If not now, when then!?