Andy Tauer's latest rose creation is another gem. A gem as such. I don't know what PHI stands for, but I read in his blog that it is a rose scent with precious, natural absolue ingredients ... and therefore a limited edition. The next harvest oil may not turn out the same exact batch. Notes and technical background are not my forte, but what I can put is my impression of this perfume.
It envelops you like a soft cloud. Roses, roses with a touch of slighty bitter brownness ... I suppose the cinnamon, geranium and almond have something to do with that. That takes the edge of a brilliant rose and makes an almost skin scent, so warm and close. It projects only a little, actually I had to spray on a lot, but then it lasts the major part of the day. The beauty is that the sillage and skin smell alike, and I cannot stop stiffing up closely and delight how good it smells.
It does not hit the nose like mainstream perfumes do with a boost of flowerbomb notes and a lot of sweetness, rather it is a soft veil where beautiful, delectable, almost gourmand (caramel candy) notes swirl around also. Tobacco leaves? Maybe. If so, that is one good aromatic soft and subtle tobacco.
The best reviews you will find in Kafka's blog. Refer to that if you really want to know.
If I did not have already similar perfumes, I would buy it when it is available in a Tauer Perfumes Explorer Set. Those are easier for shipping as postal air shipment restrictions hinder the flow.
Thumbs up. Another scent well worthy of Andy Tauer's reputation. I have the feeling that it may become a landmark, a big success.
Just got a sample of this! I didn't even sniff it yet, as want to write a review after the weekend, and need to enjoy the experience of the sample! Thanks U. For your thoughts on this latest addition to the Tauer line!
Some of Tauer's rose fragrances have been a bit hit or miss for me and I worry that this might be too sweet. Have taken the plunge, unsniffed, as I wanted a third frag for my Explorer set. I hope it works out for me!
I have been waiting for a review for this fragrance. Thanks for your thoughts Pipette. I might as well go on over there and order before it is all gone. :)
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