Sir Gallahad (2017) by Isabey

Sir Gallahad 2017

Version from 2017
Taurus
05/13/2025 - 03:11 AM
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8.5Scent 7Longevity 7Sillage 8Bottle

Knights Without Fear and Blame

Sir Galahad, known as the "flawless" knight of the Arthurian Round Table, comes with a beautiful bouquet full of gardenias, crocus, and a hint of jasmine. Accordingly, the opening is floral-heavy, yet still masculine enough, with the crocus shifting between timid saffron tones and creaminess.

And in this creaminess, I mean to perceive a slight trace of almonds. Along with that, a tiny splash of mandarin that hardly makes an impact. Frankincense is also used sparingly, while tobacco and amber notes appear quietly but noticeably. One could also say that "Sir Galahad" warmly and naturally does his "job," without being too sweet or overly intrusive.

This noble knight is thus anything but testosterone-driven or overly masculine, but rather completely pure with heart and mind, for after all, he is the one who finds the Holy Grail and even carries a unicorn as his heraldic animal.

Accordingly, "Sir Galahad" neither needs an oversized longevity nor an exaggerated projection, but convinces with a gracefully pure aura without coming across as a harmless clean scent. However, I must admit that especially at the beginning, the performance reveals enormous potential, but then diminishes after a short time. For regular use, it is quite pleasant if one focuses more on quality and inner values.

It's just a pity that it has since been discontinued and I have no comparison to the original version from 1924. It would have been interesting.
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17 Comments
YataganYatagan 7 months ago
It's great, and I once compared it with one or two other crocus scents, and there really is a parallel in that spicy floral note.
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SchatzSucherSchatzSucher 8 months ago
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That sounds really nice. I once tested the women's Gardenia by Isabey, which left a good impression. With the right companions, it has a lovely scent.
But it’s a shame with some fragrances when they fade away quickly.
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TaurusTaurus 8 months ago
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I think it could have had a bit more power for my taste, but otherwise, it's more than okay.
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NightFighterNightFighter 8 months ago
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Not really my usual territory. But I found this one really lovely. Unfortunately, it's discontinued again. Oh well...
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TaurusTaurus 8 months ago
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Unfortunately, the most interesting scents disappear too quickly...
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KovexKovex 8 months ago
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I've never heard of or read about the brand before. But it definitely sounds appealing.
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TaurusTaurus 8 months ago
I only discovered it back then because of Yatagan's review; otherwise, I would have completely missed the brand...
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PonticusPonticus 8 months ago
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You described the knight and the perfume very charmingly! I really liked it!
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TaurusTaurus 8 months ago
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If you like it, then I've done everything right :-)
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DuftJunkieDuftJunkie 8 months ago
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I've been on a "flowers for men" trip for a while now. I would have never noticed this one. Thanks for the tip 😄.
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TaurusTaurus 8 months ago
Yes, this one could be for you :-)
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FloydFloyd 8 months ago
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I expected something different regarding the topic ;-)
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TaurusTaurus 8 months ago
So - what then? More steel and unicorn dung? ;-)
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ElAttarineElAttarine 8 months ago
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Beautiful description! The knight might be a bit too creamy for me...
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TaurusTaurus 8 months ago
I thought it was pretty okay at least...
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PollitaPollita 8 months ago
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A fine classic, apparently. And discontinued. Doesn't surprise me now.
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TaurusTaurus 8 months ago
Yes, I think that's really unfortunate too...
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