Sour Honey in the Smoking Compartment | Update 2020
Essence by Cerruti has been replaced. It was too creamy and powdery for me. In terms of quality, Hommage is significantly better. I could own both, but as of 2020, I no longer have either. Hommage stands out much more. Fresh and sour (zesty), it has some similarity to Cartier Declaration Essence.
The story that the fragrance tells is interesting. A journey on the Orient Express. Does the scent remind me of the express? At least of a train journey to the Orient? Yes, why not. A slightly spicy oriental scent makes sense.
I appreciate this blend in Hommage of sour (violet), spicy/smoky, and "fresh" (rather honey-sweet). Oud is beautifully subtle in the background compared to Fahrenheit Absolute, which is why I didn't purchase that one.
Hommage is not a very masculine scent, but it is classically done. Longevity is good. Sillage is less so.
The bottle is really classy.
[UPDATE 01.06.2015] After nearly daily use (2x100 ml are almost empty), I find it to be more classic than indicated in this comment. The blend is truly something special, and I enjoy wearing it very much. I've received some positive comments as well. It comes across as fresh and serious.
[UPDATE 28.01.2020] The last drops are still being used up. That’s enough for us now due to the lack of sillage and fragrance development (too linear). Nevertheless, I still find Hommage good and recommendable for those with a more classic inclination.
