Niagara Courrèges 1995 Eau de Toilette

.. that I, lucky me, was able to acquire almost a full bottle of. This fragrance is going for very unholy prices (EUR 200/50 ml!) on the bay (where it seems to be available only).

This is probably due to its rarity status. I had heard of it back in the 90s, but it was rarely encountered.

Which is a shame, because "Niagara" really has something to offer.

Sometimes, one can be influenced in their judgment not only by the color of the fragrance and the shape of the bottle but also by the name.

However, anyone expecting an aquatic-fresh scent from "Niagara" might be disappointed. The immediate start of the top note is outstanding for me: citrusy-herbaceous-spicy hits you right in the face, and it becomes clear right away that you are dealing with a proponent of natural ingredients. From this perspective, I would have certainly mistaken this colleague for a child of the early to mid-80s during a blind sniff.

It becomes more needle-like in the heart, and I sense a kinship with "Krizia Uomo," while later in the (very long-lasting) base note, a good chunk of "Montana Homme" seems to emerge.

Anyone reading the above comparisons will likely know immediately whether they would appreciate this rare gem (Schmörkes, no need to respond, I can almost hear you drooling, my good man...). For an old-schooler like me, this definitely makes my heart sing.