Sirrah Tiziana Terenzi 2018 Extrait de Parfum

To be completely honest, I must admit that until now the formula

Tiziana Terenzi fragrances + me = not compatible

has applied.

No, it is certainly not because the fragrances are poorly made. On the contrary, I always find them to be of very high quality and in many ways also unique. They all last a very long time and usually have a noticeable projection. Actually, these are all characteristics that I like. I have just often experienced them as willful, dominant, and sometimes scratchy (bristly), so the desire to have a TT fragrance in my collection has rarely arisen.

However, my perspective has changed somewhat through the new fragrances of the Luna Collection and through “Porpora” (a constant inner struggle about whether I want it or not).

“Sirrah” (a star in the constellation Andromeda) entered my personal test orbit:
Immediately after spraying, I have the impression of standing ankle-deep in tart, sour fruits (quince / passion fruit). I am not a big fan of fruity scents, especially when they appear sticky-sweet. However, I appreciate the tart fruits because they seem particularly vital and lively to me, often providing a pleasant freshness kick.

At this point, I am already taken with what Paolo and Tiziana Terenzi have created here. The label “they can do fruits” is certainly justified in my view.

Gradually and slowly, the fruits “ripen,” gaining in fruitiness and restrained sweetness.

Very fine saffron threads and sparkling pepper weave through the fruits, providing a very special twist. All the fragrance components seem to be very agile, tumbling wildly together and adhering to no order. But that is exactly what makes this fragrance so lively.

Rose and amber throw their advantages into the ring, creating a finely floral-ambered atmosphere. Not too much and not too little, but perfectly balanced.

That takes skill, and the Terenzis seem to have it.

Aromas from light woods and fluffy soft musk underpin the lively activity.

Still, there is no real order in sight; all participants dance around and yet manage to create a uniformity and synchrony that greatly benefits the fragrance.

And then there is a special note that is present throughout the entire (very long) fragrance journey. At first, I thought it was light oud. However, in my research, I came across the idea that it must be this special oxygen molecule that is responsible for this particularly bright and slightly cutting scent impression. How does that work? No idea. But it doesn’t matter, as it does a pretty good job.

“Sirrah” is far from a classic fruity fragrance for me. I perceive it as rather herb-fresh-tart for a longer time. This changes in the course of the fragrance as the other fragrance protagonists join in, bringing restrained sweetness, floral notes, and spiciness. “Sirrah” doesn’t become really sweet for me, but rather milder, finer, and equipped with a feel-good base.

Personally, I like “Sirrah” best when it’s a bit warmer and the fragrance can fully showcase its refreshing side. This is also supported by the sillage, which is clearly noticeable but not exaggerated. Based on my personal testing experiences, I would classify it as unisex, as the tart-fruity aspect stands out for me. But that can, of course, be different for everyone.

As is customary with the Terenzis, “Sirrah” is also an Extrait de Parfum, which has an ambitious price of €365 for 100ml. Whether the truly high-quality ingredients and the beautiful bottle are worth it is something everyone must decide for themselves.

However, I will gladly change my initially mentioned formula…

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Here is a quote from “AusLiebezumDuft” that I find very beautiful and fitting for the Luna Collection:

“The project of Tiziana Terenzi deals with the ‘future of memories.’ According to a legend, matters of the heart, everything incomplete and lonely, end up on the moon. Here, thoughts, feelings, dreams, and tears, missed opportunities and unfinished actions are preserved in precious glass vials. Tiziana Terenzi has drawn inspiration from these images for her collection of exquisite Extraits de Parfum. By perceiving them through the sense of smell, we regain possession of what we believed was lost. By wearing them on our skin, we experience once again a feeling of happiness and wonderful wonder.
This collection is dedicated to ‘rediscovery,’ to what we seem to have forgotten and to what we could not forget. Tiziana Terenzi goes back to the places with their warm summer nights under a radiant moon and sparkling stars. Viewed through the eyes of a child, they appear full of magic and wonder. The memory itself makes them seem even more enchanting.”