Cyrus Yves de Sistelle

This relatively unknown fragrance was once again unearthed from my "collection," as I hadn't yet written a comment about it. However, due to its richness, it is definitely worth more than just a brief, casual sniff.
It can certainly hold its own against the good designers, both in quality and longevity and projection.
But how does this "Cyrus," which makes me think of a Roman legionnaire by name, actually smell?
It starts fruity-bright-spicy, transparently green with a good pinch of pepper. These notes accompany what follows almost to the end of the base. But first, herbs appear, a delicate yet powerful duet of artemisia and tarragon. A bit of aromatic-resinous pine and a subtle jasmine note, accompanied by lavender. Here, distinctly classic elements transition into moderately modern ones, but without any "break," as everything flows smoothly. Oscillation in the "temporal" is included, making it very interesting and refined. Then sandalwood clearly sneaks in, smelling soft yet strong, its tone resembling that of real sandalwood. Framed by base notes like amber, patchouli, and cedarwood, which are always "sandalwood-ed." The spice of the herbs now in the background, but never completely gone.
What is best about "Cyrus" is that it is independent and not a copy or twin of other fragrances. Slight similarities are not entirely excluded, but that is then a matter of coincidence-or the nose interpreting it. A REALLY GOOD one, this "Cyrus"!

The scent is definitely not bad, but a bit of an acquired taste. It smells citrusy, but not lemony. More like pomelo. There is a tea accord present, but also something medicinal. In the background, very faintly, sawdust is stirred up and a brandy is poured. Overall, the scent is not heavy, but assertive. It somewhat reminds me of The Brun, only the sweetness here is not synthetic and less pronounced. If someone enjoys a niche fragrance that stands out: This is just the right place.