Intenso

Eden is the first fragrance from this brand that I decided to order a bottle of.
Of course, the bottle is a real eye-catcher and even though I haven't had it in my hand, I rate it very highly based on what I see. Visually outstanding design.

However, the order was placed in particular because of the minimalist pyramid. I had the feeling that this could be something and yes, Eden is an interesting and beautiful fragrance.

The freshness of the grapefruit is initially very noticeable, but the plum increasingly takes over for me.
Yes, I also find the fragrance quite floral in some parts, as already described, but for my nose these notes are not dominant.
I'm quite surprised that no one has yet put the plum in the foreground, because for me this one clearly takes the lead.
I could also have imagined the bottle in a violet color, because I associate the color "violet" or "purple", a slightly darker tone, with the scent structure.
I strongly perceive the fruitiness of the plum, without any annoying sweetness.
For me, the whole thing is underpinned by a very fine, liqueur-like component, which is certainly due to the plum. But I'm not talking about an alcoholic note here, rather pleasant and subtly sweet, viscous, full and with some depth.

This is very finely complemented by white floral notes, which fit in perfectly and do not manage to chase the plum from its throne for me.

The woody base, which vibrates gently and quietly in the background, makes the fragrance unisex and versatile for me.

Even though no unusual components have been used, the fragrance is not a mainstream object. I recognize an exciting creation that I have not yet noticed in so many places. Finely balanced and very harmonious.

Perhaps there are other perfumers and parfumos who also perceive a potent plum? Otherwise, it's okay for me to be the olfactory outsider :-)

The silage is in the midfield, the longevity in the upper midfield.
After 7 hours, however, Eden flattens out more noticeably.

Lorenzo Pazzaglia is definitely a brand that has attracted my positive attention with several fragrances. I was also really excited about Speachless, because the fragrance pyramid certainly suggests something nice. Especially because some fragrances from this brand are very versatile and bring exciting depth and balance with them.

Nothing like that can be found here...
For me, the fragrance is a shame, a failure, a creation of uninspired existence.
A result that makes you think you have to launch a new fragrance on the market come hell or high water.

I didn't like this fragrance from the very first second.
It is a trivial, fruity and slightly synthetic DNA that is completely lacking in freshness and effervescence.
There is very little of the citrusy notes that are listed here in the top note. Peach, on the other hand, is very dominant and potent.
In the background and after a short time, rose becomes more and more noticeable to me, which is generally not my preference. This is certainly underpinned by the lychee, which can come very close to the olfactory structure of rose.
Other floral notes that can be classified as something other than rose are also perceptible.

Instead of the expected effervescence and perhaps a little freshness, what polarizes here is a sweetish base, which in combination with the fruit and the rose is terrible for me.
This type of "sweet fruit cocktail" is already available in abundance on the market, so there are much cheaper alternatives even for lovers of this type of fragrance.

For me, this bottle was simply not needed.
Silage and staying power are in the moderate, upper mid-range.
It lingers for around 7 hours and projects quite clearly, especially at the beginning, which levels off after around two hours. The fragrance hardly changes at all...

Who could this fragrance be for?
- Erba-Pura lovers who like a touch more floral
- Rather for the feminine character
- Those who prefer sweetness over freshness
- Peach lovers

Who this fragrance might not be for
- Those who like effervescence and citrus
- People with a low budget (much cheaper alternatives are available)
- Anyone looking for a summer fragrance (too sweet!)
- Those who expect something innovative and new
- Who wants to accompany a fragrance olfactorily during its course

Yes, Parfums de Marly has certainly not reinvented penicillin with this fragrance, but Castley is a solid newcomer with potential for the upcoming warmer season.

After seeing the fragrance pyramid for the first time, I was a little cautious at first.
Akigalawood - oh my!

This was probably the note that I didn't really like in Kenzo Homme Eau de Toilette Intense. I even found the fragrance awful, I admit that.

So I was all the more relieved when I put Castley under my nose for the first time. My first thought was immediately: "You know that scent..." and after a little thought, Bois Impérial Eau de Parfum flashed before my mind's eye.
I don't like to make comparisons with other fragrances, but here Castley gives me very clear vibes in the direction of the named fragrance. However, it is a little less prickly, a little softer and rounder and also a little fresher and, above all, bluer.
In this respect, I agree with many of the previous speakers and also recognize a mixture of Bois Imperial and Sedley here.
In any case, there is a lot of synthetics here, but I still find the fragrance pleasant and fresh enough to wear in the upcoming summer months. There are certainly more suitable fragrances for days of 35 degrees and above, but anything below that is a good match.

There is not much more to say about the fragrance itself. As already mentioned, Akigalawood clearly takes the lead here, pleasantly accompanied by fresh, citrusy notes, some of which steer in the direction of a blue scent. Some people compare it to "shower gel", a comparison that I always reject and with which I can do little. Nevertheless, most people probably know what is meant by this.

Fortunately, I hardly notice benzoin. I'm not a big fan of this fragrance note and was initially worried that it could torpedo the freshness. But as I said, not noticeable for me.
The peppery note, on the other hand, is more noticeable and complements the existing freshness well.

Who is Castley probably suitable for:
- Bois Imperial fans
- Lovers of "blue fragrances"
- Anyone looking for an unagitated fragrance for business on summer days
- Anyone looking for an unagitated fragrance to wear with a white linen shirt when visiting a beach bar

For whom Castley is probably rather unsuitable:
- If you have problems with synthetic fragrances
- If you have a low budget, there are significantly cheaper products for the performance
- For lovers of a fragrance gradient
- For those who are looking for the "extraordinary"

In terms of performance, Castley is surprisingly strong for me
I read some very strong differences here, which is not surprising for this type of fragrance.

The Frischling easily lasts 6 hours on me and projects very strongly at the beginning, which diminishes after 2 hours. Nevertheless, it is always present.

In fact, today I can say for myself that my first 10 rating has been found.

Getting Sunsation was no easy feat, I had been looking to try this fragrance at least once for over a year. But recently I had the opportunity to purchase a bottle. Thanks to a very fair Parfumo also at a great price, which made me very happy.
This fragrance was exclusive to the city of Tel Aviv, it was / is only available there.
By the way, Tel Aviv is a great city! I was there 6 years ago. Young, dynamic, hospitable, somewhat expensive and outstanding cuisine. The people were great and I still like to think back to Israel today, where I was able to accompany a professional project.
It is all the more fitting that not only the country and the people but also the exclusive Tel Aviv fragrance completely won me over.

But now to the fragrance.
Sunsation certainly has similarities to Rosso Pompei, and yet it is different in some details.
Rosso Pompei, who is surprised, was already one of the few 9.5s for me.
Of course, you either like Terenzi or you don't, but I'm a big fan.

While Rosso Pompei starts with a very strong, fruity grape note, Sunsation is somewhat calmer and less loud. The start is characterized by bergamot and orange, which is clearly perceptible. Underpinned by a subtle spiciness, presumably due to the juniper. Wonderful!

A very subtle and less dominant floral base gradually joins in, which I would describe as white. In this respect, I think I can smell lily of the valley and jasmine in particular. For me, this does not result in any drift towards "feminine", as the notes described at the beginning remain constant.

This DNA is encased in a gentle, soft and harmonious woody note.
I don't really smell patchouli here, although this note can certainly rumble.

In contrast to Rosso Pompei, Sunsation is much softer, somewhat quieter.
The strong fruity note is elegantly flattered with floral notes, so that I perceive Sunsation as much more elegant. Both are clearly distinguishable from each other.

As a rule, compliments are not a criterion for me in a review, but during yesterday's visit to the dentist's surgery I was asked about the fragrance several times. To be honest, this rarely happens to me, but according to the dentist and the dental hygienist, this fragrance was perceived as "extraordinary". They actually described it as "fruity, elegant and masculine", which I was very pleased about.
Some terenzis slip quite far into the feminine range, becoming very floral. Here, however, the fragrance retains its pithy spiciness in the background, which I think is what makes it so perfect.

Projection / silage and persistence are very solid, but less "aggressive" than the Rosso Pompei, for example. This makes this rarity suitable for almost all occasions.
With the story surrounding Tel Aviv, my enthusiasm for Terenzi and this fragrance DNA, it is therefore a logical consequence that Sunsation is my first 10 rating, even if 0.5 points are certainly of an emotional nature. But let's be honest, without emotions it would be boring! :)

Cherry fragrances are essentially enjoying a greater preference, which I have noticed over the last few months.
So far, none of the tested candidates have really convinced me.
Although the start of La Collection d'antiquités 1505, for example, did pick me up, its progression was weak and insignificant, so that I quickly lost interest in this fragrance.
i found Caspian Cherry a total flop and some of the other samples were not really convincing either.
i still found Vicebomb quite nice, but here the cherry was too sweet, too opulent and above all too gourmand, so it quickly got on my nerves.

I then tested Cherry Ink over the next few days.
Of all the cherry fragrances I've tested so far, I like this one best.

Why is that?
Because this fragrance, especially for a fragrance of this brand, is quite straightforward and actually puts the cherry in full focus.
If you look at the pyramid, you would hardly think so, especially because many of Pazzaglia's fragrances undergo major transformations as they progress.
This is precisely not the case here. A fine, present cherry, perfectly flanked by a few spices and a very fine, non-dominant red wine note.
In the deep base, after around 7-8 hours, I can actually detect some light vanilla.
I would also like to conclude by saying that I don't find the fragrance too sweet and that annoying (at least for me), gourmand note is not too present here either.
Even if I can't really smell it, perhaps the woody notes bind the sweetness to a certain extent, which is present but, as mentioned, still rather moderate.
I can't really describe any more than that, so I could imagine that the fragrance might well be something for those who like cherries.

Cherry Ink has a very strong persistence, after 9 hours I still perceive it slightly.
Projection and silage are potent but not too expansive and / or disturbing.