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Italians speak Kölsch
That Italians can make colognes is something we’ve known since Mr. Farina. It’s quite possible that the former president of Ferrari, Luca di Montezemolo, had a hand in this. After all, he also breathed new life into Acqua di Parma in the 90s.
I was born in Cologne and have lived not far from it ever since. From my office, I can see the Colonius (Cologne TV tower), the RheinEnergie Stadium, and, obscured by a high-rise, at least the tips of the cathedral. I love FC and the Kölsch dialect. In short: I am what one would call a local patriot. And as it should be, we are baptized in Cologne not with holy water but with 4711. Those who don’t believe it can just Google it (Klüngelköpp - Gedäuf mit 4711).
Accordingly, I am familiar with neroli and the typical 4711 scent, and it does not strike me as strange, unwearable, or old-fashioned. And that’s exactly what one must appreciate to like and understand this fragrance.
The opening smells like 4711. However, it is much more modern. Nothing new. Tom Ford has already achieved this with his “Neroli Portofino” line. And to put it directly, I agree with Agathon, it is not a true scent twin. The dominance of neroli weakens after a short time and merges with other citrus fruits along with rosemary into an incredibly fresh, invigorating, and citrusy potpourri. Really beautiful. I like it extraordinarily. The base then reminds me a lot of “Colonia Intensa.” You wouldn’t believe what is in this fragrance.
I find the longevity and sillage to be average. For the construction of this fragrance, it is perfectly fine. The bottle and sprayer, on the other hand, are top-notch. Heavy glass, a snug-fitting cap with a leather-look insert, and a nicely wide spray nozzle. Thumbs up for that.
An almost perfect Italian for little money. It stands in its presentation and construction on par with some Acqua di Parma offerings.
Anyone who enjoys this type of fragrance (especially neroli) and is not put off by the 4711 opening can, in my opinion, buy it without hesitation. You get an excellent summer scent, which I personally will wear all year round.
Best regards
Your Profumorist
I was born in Cologne and have lived not far from it ever since. From my office, I can see the Colonius (Cologne TV tower), the RheinEnergie Stadium, and, obscured by a high-rise, at least the tips of the cathedral. I love FC and the Kölsch dialect. In short: I am what one would call a local patriot. And as it should be, we are baptized in Cologne not with holy water but with 4711. Those who don’t believe it can just Google it (Klüngelköpp - Gedäuf mit 4711).
Accordingly, I am familiar with neroli and the typical 4711 scent, and it does not strike me as strange, unwearable, or old-fashioned. And that’s exactly what one must appreciate to like and understand this fragrance.
The opening smells like 4711. However, it is much more modern. Nothing new. Tom Ford has already achieved this with his “Neroli Portofino” line. And to put it directly, I agree with Agathon, it is not a true scent twin. The dominance of neroli weakens after a short time and merges with other citrus fruits along with rosemary into an incredibly fresh, invigorating, and citrusy potpourri. Really beautiful. I like it extraordinarily. The base then reminds me a lot of “Colonia Intensa.” You wouldn’t believe what is in this fragrance.
I find the longevity and sillage to be average. For the construction of this fragrance, it is perfectly fine. The bottle and sprayer, on the other hand, are top-notch. Heavy glass, a snug-fitting cap with a leather-look insert, and a nicely wide spray nozzle. Thumbs up for that.
An almost perfect Italian for little money. It stands in its presentation and construction on par with some Acqua di Parma offerings.
Anyone who enjoys this type of fragrance (especially neroli) and is not put off by the 4711 opening can, in my opinion, buy it without hesitation. You get an excellent summer scent, which I personally will wear all year round.
Best regards
Your Profumorist
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2 Comments
FrauLohse 8 years ago
Yes, it's great, and the bottle is really nice for the price. 47 11 Trophy
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Precious 8 years ago
Thank you very much for this informative and interesting comment.
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