Assenzio Borsari 1870 2010

The namesake absinthe might suggest a punchy scent, but quite the opposite is true here: this fragrance is characterized throughout by an exceptionally beautiful gentleness. The opening is light, warm, and nutty. After a while, a very subtle, fruity-alcoholic base note becomes noticeable. It's lovely how discreetly it has been integrated. Absinthe comes through only minimally, adding just the right twist. The longer the day goes on, the more a warm-hearted woodiness becomes prominent. The scent gently fades on the skin, perfectly nuanced by a hint of tonka bean.

Borsari has done a great job here; in my opinion, it’s a well-crafted, finely balanced cologne. May my calls be heard and perhaps a bottle will find its place in my collection through unexpected means.