Limone di Sicilia Spezierie Palazzo Vecchio 1990 Eau de Parfum

Some time ago, my travels took me to Sicily, and this journey has left a particularly strong impression on me: Noto, Syracuse, Taormina, Italian Baroque, the stark-wild landscape, the sea, and Mount Etna.

When friends offered to send me a fragrance from I Profumi di Firenze from Italy, whose scents are not easily available here in Germany, I almost spontaneously chose Limone di Sicilia, partly for nostalgic reasons (see above), partly because I am a big fan of lemon scents, although I hadn't known this one yet - and I was not disappointed.

Rarely does a bottle captivate me right away. I prefer simple, clear forms, such as the round bottles from Acqua di Parma, the straightforward and unmistakable design language of the Comme des Garcons-Guerilla or Monocle series, or the even simpler bottles from the fragrance manufactory of Galimard in Grasse.

In this tradition stand the beautiful bottles from I Profumi di Firenze: oval glass bottles with glass stoppers and a heavy, thick base, as well as a classic label (for a concrete impression, the photos are at the bottom of this page). How I miss such shapes on the shelves of mass-produced goods, which struggle with an ever-increasing glitter aesthetic that emphasizes form over content, trying to outshine competitors with ever more garish and colorful exteriors.

The packaging features classic paintings, bears the signature of the company owner, and rounds off the aesthetically pleasing overall picture.

Already with the first spray, a thought of familiarity arises, and after a short time, I realize that Limone di Sicilia strongly reminds me of one of my favorite summer fragrances: Truefitt & Hills West Indian Limes. However, a comparison of the ingredients beyond the lemon does not lead much further; I would suspect a neroli component in both fragrances, while I can perceive the grapefruit, which I actually appreciate, less in Limone di Sicilia, even though it is listed among the fragrance notes.

What one must like is the lemon, which starts off strongly and sourly, dominating here robustly, in my view naturally, only refined by further (subtly remaining in the background) components. One senses many other tones as a rounding off, like shadows in the shimmering sun, but can hardly make them out or differentiate them because the lemon remains strong and robust and surprisingly lingers for a long time. A particular advantage of this lemon scent.

Why the lemon itself (Italian: Limone) is not mentioned here is a mystery to me, as it is already in the name of the fragrance. The carton also lists limonene (with emphasis on the "e," thus not the fruits, but a natural substance from the terpene group), which occurs, among other things, in natural lemon oil or bergamot peel oil, as well as in other citrus fruits. The further mentioned fragrance component citral also has an intense lemon scent and, in combination with slightly woody accents, is likely responsible for the balanced blend of lemon or lime, which often appears a bit artificial, for the sour yet composed and artistic effect.

Anyone with a penchant for exquisite lemon fragrances that develop well on both skin and clothing should mark this scent.

A heartfelt thank you to Kiengira and 0815abc for this wonderful fragrance experience!

A few months ago, I had the unfortunate incident of smoke damage in my house. Following that, I acquired a Lampe Berger on the advice of others to neutralize the bad odors. I chose the fragrance addition Verveine/Lemon Shrub, and now I've made the connection to Limone di Sicilia.
When I activate the lamp, the rooms smell wonderfully fresh, as if cleaned, beautifully reminiscent of sliced, pressed lemon.

Limone di Sicilia is identical. Zesty lemon pure with a hint of freshly sawn wood. The scent is uplifting, brings good cheer, and sparkles around the nose.
Unfortunately, I have only found it very sparingly and from overseas on the internet.
It should move in with me.

During a conversation with Yatagan about the fragrances of "I Profumi di Firenze," I remembered that he had sent me a sample of "Limone di Sicilia" a few months ago.
I had truly forgotten about it and I thank him very much for reminding me of this delightful mood-lifter.

Verbena is a fragrant and visual delight for any garden bed; also for balconies and terraces.
I love this slightly tart, somewhat dark, yet fresh scent of verbena.
This healing herb has many beautiful names: wish herb, cat's blood herb, druid or legend herb.
I particularly enjoy this herbal power dried as a tea preparation.
Verbena tea helps with respiratory issues and soothes stressed nerves.
One or two cups of it relieve tension and stress effects and ensure restful sleep!
A versatile scent beauty indeed!
By the way, many French people enjoy a cup of verbena tea after a meal instead of an espresso: the well-known "tisane." (Not just Hercule Poirot swears by it!)
The dried herb is so voluminous that when I buy a 100-gram bag, I always take an extra fabric bag with me; and hardly home, I first enjoy this delightful scent that escapes from the vacuum-sealed bag.

Thus, "Limone di Sicilia" opens my senses; the first spray delights and relaxes.
Wonderful deep herbal aromas, which are quickly overlaid by the freshness of the special Sicilian lemons.
Lemon is the scent mistress here, but allows verbena its place. This makes the fragrance more pleasant for me: fresh and herbal and not too prickly in the nose and eyes!
A beautiful Sicilian woman indeed; but also a bit of a "country child"; elegance gives way to lively, slightly sparkling naturalness.
But what would a citrus scent be without the beauty and tenderness of the orange blossom?
It enchants time and again and fits perfectly this time as well; "Limone di Sicilia" receives a heartfelt warmth!

This fresh yet rich fragrance canon is a true joy, not just on warm summer days.
It carries a lot of the special fluid of the rustic-beautiful, historically rich, and lush green Mediterranean island within.
"Limone di Sicilia" vibrates with life; the life in the shadow of an still active volcano.
Thus, this fragrance composition, created with much skill and empathy, reminds one of beautiful Tarantella dancing girls and women: it develops a very special kind of "dance on the volcano"!

Like most fragrance creations from "I Profumi di Firenze" - a still underestimated brand that has won the hearts of its admirers - "Limone di Sicilia" is also not a permanent guest.
For a few hours, this enchanting aroma arrangement envelops and plays refreshingly and kindly.
For me, verbena keeps waving: it just won't let itself be pushed into the corner.

I thank Yatagan for the sample he provided back then and especially for reminding me - perhaps unintentionally.
So I will repay him with a cup of verbena tea!

Hello everyone here :)
Today I'm coming to a fragrance that you might be wondering why I'm describing it right now, given that the weather has clearly gotten colder, as we are in autumn and winter is just around the corner!

Because today I'm talking about Limone di Sicilia by I Profumi di Firenze, a fragrance that, from its name alone, suggests it could be a fresh summer scent and therefore seems somewhat out of place now, especially on the cooler days.

Well, here's the thing: I received this fragrance as a sample (thank you very much!). And there's only a little left. By next summer, the scent could have evaporated or gone bad, and you eternal sniffing freaks would immediately cry if something like that happened to a fragrance, right? So I'm sure you agree with me that I tested the fragrance just to be safe and not let it go to waste… and of course to share my thoughts here on Parfumo. Besides, you can add the fragrance to your wishlist if you like it, because as the cliché goes: The next summer will surely come… which I already don't like thinking about when I consider exhausting heat waves *sigh* …

Alright, let me get to the scent before I complain more about summer and extensively describe how great winter is :D

So… baaah… the scent starts with a rather harsh, chemical note that initially reminds me a lot of cleaning products. I initially thought that the fragrance had already gone bad, but it seems to be how it is, because if I remember correctly, some fresh scents from this brand also start off a bit intense.
In any case, the lemon slowly crystallizes out of the chemical scent cloud, along with quite a few herbaceous or kitchen herb-like scents. Verbena gradually joins in, but somehow doesn't immediately give off that familiar lemon balm scent (although I've read that lemon balm or verbena is the actual term and verbena is just a scentless, medicinal herb… hmm… I'll use these terms synonymously for now. If that's wrong, you can correct me in the comments :D).
But moving on: After a while, I can smell the verbena better, although the lemons remain quite intense.
In the base, the scent remains somewhat fresh due to the verbena and lemons. I still perceive the herbaceous notes, which occasionally appear slightly biting. Unfortunately, this biting, dry feeling intensifies later on, which I really don't like, and for me personally, the scent loses a lot of its quality or smell because it comes across as very oppressive. Oh, and I couldn't smell any orange blossoms.

The sillage is moderate to weak, as is often the case with fresh and citrus scents. Sure, the chemical-like note at the beginning is more intensely noticeable, but that fades away gradually. The longevity is six or seven hours, which is good for a summer scent, but unfortunately, for more than half of that time, you only smell this described, stuffy herb scent.

The bottle has an oval shape, and you can see a nice, shield-like label on the front. The neck is also an oval disc, and on top sits the transparent, trapezoidal cap. All in all, maybe not particularly spectacular, but still quite nice.

Okay, so aside from the beginning, which felt like a strong cleaning product, the scent unfolded without further chemistry. It is a citrus scent and thus smells of lemons and verbena, less of neroli. It doesn't offer much, but could have been refreshing on hot days if it weren't for the somewhat biting herb scent that appears towards the end. This really ruins the scent for me because it makes it dry and stuffy, so I wouldn't want to wear it on very hot days, even though technically it should be a summer scent…

Anyone who likes lemon balm should try Ninfeo Mio by Annick Goutal, which is an excellent scent for summer. Otherwise, I can't think of any other fragrances right now… I know… I've tested and described so many scents here and should be able to name much better examples, but somehow my mind is so blank right now… or filled with other things… like Halloween, Christmas (yes, I have to think about where the Christmas tree will go later he he)… etc. etc… :D

Well, as I said, the scent doesn't quite hit the mark for me. You can test it, or not, that's up to you! But maybe you'll like it better!

That's it for today, folks :))
I wish you all a nice evening, until next time :)

And here’s another candidate for the "most joyful scent of the month" award. Its first act is to turn on the sun. Its second is to prove itself as a
solid lemongrass bomb. Nothing is sour here, except perhaps the disappointed lemon lover who was unprepared for such a starchy-sweet feel-good explosion. I’m talking about myself. :) Unfortunately, the lemongrass aroma is very dominant and overflowing here. One gets the impression that a bottle slipped out during the weighing of the ingredients. But those are just analytical nuances: From a distance and with sensible use, this scent is still very likable and should surely have its followers.
The titular lemon also does not appear clearly defined as the scent develops. One might think that some aromas in the background could be it, but that’s not definitive. The sweet madness from the beginning naturally fades after a while and begins to take on something comforting, reminiscent of oranges. Here it is noticeable that the scent has remained unusually stable and lasting, likely thanks to the beautiful supporting woods in the base. The fragrance remains a bit unexciting if you’re not a fan of lemongrass. I would have wished for a few exciting spices. Thus, the sweet dream lingers on the skin for hours, eventually fading and leaving one quite happy about it.
A scent that has its strength but seems a bit thoughtless and sticks like Mezzo Mix.