47 community ratings

Venetian Blue Intense

2018MenClassic

7.7/ 10

Community score
47 ratings

The Merchant Of Venice Venetian Blue Intense is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance that sets bright citrus and fruit against the darker tones of moss, patchouli and spice.

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Skunky's take: When spring arrives, this bottle comes off the shelf.

How does it perform?

From 59 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

8.0 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage

7.4 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle

7.9 /10

Sits nicely on a shelf.

Value for money

6.8 /10

The price makes you think, so a small size is a smart start.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

81% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

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

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Citrus
Aquatic
Green
Fruity
Sweet
Synthetic
Spicy

What does Venetian Blue Intense smell like?

It opens with pineapple, apple, lemon and bergamot, a bright, lightly sweet mix of fruit and citrus. In the heart, patchouli, birch, pink pepper and black pepper add a spicy, earthy, smoky depth. The base of moss, musk and ambergris leaves a soft, green, woody foundation.

Voters find the longevity strong and the sillage good. Spring and summer lead, with autumn close behind, and daily wear, leisure and office use come up most. Most voters read it as masculine and classic. Venetian Blue and Creed Aventus have a close profile.