Amber Woods Pino Silvestre

The only thing the red Pino has in common with conifers, forests and cones is the shape of the bottle.
In terms of character, it is a calm, refined contemporary that I like to chill out with.

The top note is definitely spicy, but quickly fades. I can clearly recognize nutmeg and also the citrusy part, thyme holds back.
Lavender quickly joins in and blends with saffron and the base notes, none of which I can explicitly smell, to create a dry paper scent on my skin, which is joined by a delicate barbershop vibe with varying intensity, not harsh but slightly sweet.

I think of my grandpa's shaving soap, lathered up with a real hair brush, and how he used to tell stories "from the old days" after the procedure, smelling fragrant and wrapped up in his gray cardigan, just like I'm telling you this story now.
This is how Amber Woods meanders along and creates a quiet sense of well-being without ever making me think of amber or woods.

I really like it despite its weak sillage and longevity.