I had the opportunity to sniff this when I was in Bologna. I've been gravitating towards tea scents–my favourites in my fragrance wardrobe being Winter Palace by Memo, Journey Woman by Amouage, Osmanthus by To Summer and Thé Noir 29 by Le Labo.
Encore du Temps opens with a watery osmanthus note with hints of fruitiness, wrapped in a cocoon of white florals. What I didn't expect was the drydown which was bittersweet, slightly dirty and very indolic–the closest scent association I can think of is the green, earthy smell of chrysanthemum stems from when my mum used to place on the altar at home.
Very interesting scent that I find myself sniffing my arm throughout the day. It's not blind-buy safe, so do try it out. It's a sensual fragrance with a bitter edge. Performance is excellent in the winter, but I think it'll truly shine when it's warmer out.
It's been a few days since I sniffed this and I am constantly being haunted by this unique scent. I might just make the jump and get myself a bottle.
