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"... my realm Burgundy is sunny green, ..."
„My entire realm be yours! My land Burgundy is sunny green, be you the queen! And when the white lilies bloom, take them as your scepter.“
(„The Page“ - second verse, Ballads and Knightly Songs“
Börris Freiherr von Münchhausen, 1874-1945, German writer and poet)
To put it bluntly: “Burgundy” by Hind Al Oud is not sunny green; the liquid resembles very light aromatic white wine, even though the very grapes, the wine grapes, are missing here.
But as is well known, I read a lot and many things have lodged in my memory over the decades.
Even though I know not much more about the history of Burgundy than that Charles I, the former Duke of Burgundy, known as "the Bold," had to constantly defend his land and was thrown to the wolves on the battlefield before Nancy in the icy winter, and that his daughter, Marie of Burgundy, was married to Emperor Maximilian I of Habsburg, who greatly benefited from the wealth (the Habsburgs were always "tight"), I still remember what I have read in novels.
Thus, the line “My land Burgundy is sunny green” immediately popped into my mind upon reading “Burgundy”; please forgive me for that.
But this also gave me the necessary "hook"; now I will get into gear …
“Burgundy” smells dark berry-violet, which can be attributed to the aromas of a variety of ripe plump fruits (blackberry, cranberry, and raspberry).
A hint of aromatic oranges, with sweetness beneath the scarred peel, flashes - like fireflies - in the dark depths again and again: A summery flirt with "scent trails," one might say.
Enticingly, a soft base of warm white vanilla-musk-resin smoke mixture presents itself; not too sweet, but full-bodied and inviting for cuddling.
Thus, "Burgundy" is a well-crafted, sultry Oriental with a French flair, as it should be.
That’s really all there is to it, and yes, the comparison to warm spicy fruit tea is not too far-fetched.
But “Burgundy” does not cling, is harmoniously rounded, and possesses an elegance not often experienced in such fruity creations: A scent for the cooler days when, alongside a cup of tea, a glass of good wine is also welcome!
Sillage and longevity fit very well with these long, dark hours by flickering fireplace, candle flames, or "light islands"; for the magic of the scent unfolds only when the “fruit tea” impressions have faded and the sensual promise has blossomed.
“Burgundy” - a dark fragrance jewel, set in yellow, very light gold and unexpectedly rich and precious, reminiscent of a long-past romance (or perhaps a poem?).
This bottle will not travel; it will likely accompany me comfortably with its aromatic warmth through some dark hours.
(„The Page“ - second verse, Ballads and Knightly Songs“
Börris Freiherr von Münchhausen, 1874-1945, German writer and poet)
To put it bluntly: “Burgundy” by Hind Al Oud is not sunny green; the liquid resembles very light aromatic white wine, even though the very grapes, the wine grapes, are missing here.
But as is well known, I read a lot and many things have lodged in my memory over the decades.
Even though I know not much more about the history of Burgundy than that Charles I, the former Duke of Burgundy, known as "the Bold," had to constantly defend his land and was thrown to the wolves on the battlefield before Nancy in the icy winter, and that his daughter, Marie of Burgundy, was married to Emperor Maximilian I of Habsburg, who greatly benefited from the wealth (the Habsburgs were always "tight"), I still remember what I have read in novels.
Thus, the line “My land Burgundy is sunny green” immediately popped into my mind upon reading “Burgundy”; please forgive me for that.
But this also gave me the necessary "hook"; now I will get into gear …
“Burgundy” smells dark berry-violet, which can be attributed to the aromas of a variety of ripe plump fruits (blackberry, cranberry, and raspberry).
A hint of aromatic oranges, with sweetness beneath the scarred peel, flashes - like fireflies - in the dark depths again and again: A summery flirt with "scent trails," one might say.
Enticingly, a soft base of warm white vanilla-musk-resin smoke mixture presents itself; not too sweet, but full-bodied and inviting for cuddling.
Thus, "Burgundy" is a well-crafted, sultry Oriental with a French flair, as it should be.
That’s really all there is to it, and yes, the comparison to warm spicy fruit tea is not too far-fetched.
But “Burgundy” does not cling, is harmoniously rounded, and possesses an elegance not often experienced in such fruity creations: A scent for the cooler days when, alongside a cup of tea, a glass of good wine is also welcome!
Sillage and longevity fit very well with these long, dark hours by flickering fireplace, candle flames, or "light islands"; for the magic of the scent unfolds only when the “fruit tea” impressions have faded and the sensual promise has blossomed.
“Burgundy” - a dark fragrance jewel, set in yellow, very light gold and unexpectedly rich and precious, reminiscent of a long-past romance (or perhaps a poem?).
This bottle will not travel; it will likely accompany me comfortably with its aromatic warmth through some dark hours.
Updated on 11/01/2025
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