Elixir Solaire

It opens with nutmeg, Murcott mandarin, wild orange and pink pepper, citrus sharpened by spice. In the heart, rose, jasmine, orange blossom and osmanthus give it a floral garden feel. At the base, Indian sandalwood, vanilla absolute and beeswax soften everything with a woody, resinous warmth.

Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with fall next, and leisure and business settings lead. In character votes feminine comes first, though masculine gets a sizeable share too. Annette Neuffer Rosa Alba and Frapin L'Humaniste have a close profile.