Top Notes 
Cinnamon
Rose
Saffron
Heart Notes 
Oud
Tobacco
Myrrh
Base Notes 
Castoreum
Gaiac wood
Amber
Labdanum
Sandalwood
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Red Roses on Heavy Red Velvet
The reasons for fragrance tests can be varied; in my case, they were the following:
1.) I have already had very good experiences with "Shem-el-Nessim," which sparked my curiosity for more Grossmith fragrances.
2.) I have recently discovered "saffron" as a very beautiful fragrance component for myself and was curious to see how (and if at all) it would present itself in this scent.
3.) Oud is definitely one of my nemeses in perfumes. Psychologists always say that one should confront their fears in a controlled manner to combat them. OK, so I am being brave....
4.) Opinions about this fragrance vary widely, making me curious about how I would perceive it.
I think these are more than enough good reasons for a test, right?!
And so "Saffron Rose" found its way from the vial to my skin every evening to unfold there.
Immediately with the top note, it is there, this deep dark red rose with its velvety petals, in my opinion. It exudes a captivating and absolutely expansive, yet not sweet scent. I have the impression that I have a whole bouquet of roses in front of my nose.
This rose fragrance cloud is accompanied by extremely timid saffron and the naturally stronger cinnamon.
Overall, a beautiful, albeit very powerful top note, which I like more or less depending on my mood, or which sometimes seems more or less penetrating.
And this Grossmith surprises me again, because actually "Saffron Rose" does not change anymore; I cannot perceive any recognizable heart or base notes.
At most, I can identify something woody and a hint of oud after a very long time. At least my initial fear of oud was alleviated by "Saffron Rose."
Hmm, this fragrance leaves me a bit perplexed.
Do I like "Saffron Rose"?
Actually, yes.
Do I like "Saffron Rose" so much that it could make it onto my wish list?
Rather no.
"Saffron Rose" is a difficult and challenging fragrance for me. It is certainly high-quality and excellently made, has enormous longevity and sillage, and the bottle is also breathtakingly beautiful, as it represents something both old-fashioned and modern.
The latter is also radiated by the fragrance itself for me. This powerful, velvety, and majestic red rose seems somehow not of this world or from this time. It appears slightly antiquated with all its perfection, without seeming dusty. Nevertheless, it does not quite make the leap into the present for me. It does not really touch me, and that is what I actually "only" expect from a fragrance.
However, those who appreciate this kind of rose perfection will surely find their soul's solace here.
1.) I have already had very good experiences with "Shem-el-Nessim," which sparked my curiosity for more Grossmith fragrances.
2.) I have recently discovered "saffron" as a very beautiful fragrance component for myself and was curious to see how (and if at all) it would present itself in this scent.
3.) Oud is definitely one of my nemeses in perfumes. Psychologists always say that one should confront their fears in a controlled manner to combat them. OK, so I am being brave....
4.) Opinions about this fragrance vary widely, making me curious about how I would perceive it.
I think these are more than enough good reasons for a test, right?!
And so "Saffron Rose" found its way from the vial to my skin every evening to unfold there.
Immediately with the top note, it is there, this deep dark red rose with its velvety petals, in my opinion. It exudes a captivating and absolutely expansive, yet not sweet scent. I have the impression that I have a whole bouquet of roses in front of my nose.
This rose fragrance cloud is accompanied by extremely timid saffron and the naturally stronger cinnamon.
Overall, a beautiful, albeit very powerful top note, which I like more or less depending on my mood, or which sometimes seems more or less penetrating.
And this Grossmith surprises me again, because actually "Saffron Rose" does not change anymore; I cannot perceive any recognizable heart or base notes.
At most, I can identify something woody and a hint of oud after a very long time. At least my initial fear of oud was alleviated by "Saffron Rose."
Hmm, this fragrance leaves me a bit perplexed.
Do I like "Saffron Rose"?
Actually, yes.
Do I like "Saffron Rose" so much that it could make it onto my wish list?
Rather no.
"Saffron Rose" is a difficult and challenging fragrance for me. It is certainly high-quality and excellently made, has enormous longevity and sillage, and the bottle is also breathtakingly beautiful, as it represents something both old-fashioned and modern.
The latter is also radiated by the fragrance itself for me. This powerful, velvety, and majestic red rose seems somehow not of this world or from this time. It appears slightly antiquated with all its perfection, without seeming dusty. Nevertheless, it does not quite make the leap into the present for me. It does not really touch me, and that is what I actually "only" expect from a fragrance.
However, those who appreciate this kind of rose perfection will surely find their soul's solace here.
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