28 community ratings

Zeste de Vétiver / Vetiver Zest

2013MenClassic

6.1/ 10

Community score
28 ratings

Durance en Provence Zeste de Vétiver / Vetiver Zest is a fresh, woody-citrus fragrance for men, pairing bright bergamot, orange and grapefruit zest with an earthy, spicy heart of vetiver and cardamom.

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Skunky's take: Starts crisp and lively, my nose approves.

How does it perform?

From 27 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

5.0 /10

Keeps you company for a few hours, a quick refresh fits nicely.

Sillage

5.0 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle

6.0 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Blind buy risk

High risk

Only 39% of votes are positive.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Citrus
Green
Synthetic
Spicy
Woody
Earthy

What does Zeste de Vétiver / Vetiver Zest smell like?

Three citrus notes lead: bergamot, orange and grapefruit zest. In the heart, vetiver, cardamom and juniper berry turn the scent green, spicy and earthy. Cedar, sandalwood and amber dry it down gently, yet the whole stays light and fresh, with a slightly synthetic edge.

Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, leisure and office are the most named occasions. Longevity and sillage are rated weak, so it stays close to the skin and suits quiet, easy wear. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Cartier Déclaration (Eau de Toilette) and Bond No. 9 Great Jones have a close profile.