The Perfume Library

Javanese Patchouli (Eau de Toilette)

8.2

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Sweet

Eau de Toilette

Ermenegildo Zegna Javanese Patchouli Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, citrusy start with a sweet, spicy and earthy woody character; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. It leans towards evenings and nights out, though it also works for leisure and the office. Most voters find it masculine and classic. Java patchouli and cedarwood build an earthy, woody base throughout. Italian bergamot and pink pepper add freshness and a light spice, while tonka bean brings sweetness and a resinous softness. Smoky and oriental touches stay in the background. Lalique Ombre Noire and Creed Royal Oud have a close profile.

Uomo (Eau de Toilette)

6.3

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2013

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo Eau de Toilette is a fresh fragrance for men that pairs Calabrian bergamot, citrus fruits and violet leaf with a woody base of cedar and vetiver; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, and daily wear, business and leisure lead the occasions. Most see it as masculine and modern. The scent is dominated by a bright citrus and green side: bergamot and citrus fruits give a sparkling freshness, while violet leaf adds a floral, green touch. Cedar and vetiver bring a dry, woody depth, with aquatic and spicy shades in the background. Dolce & Gabbana 1 Le Bateleur and Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme share a close profile.

Z Zegna Milan

7.7

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2016

Fresh · Green · Fruity

Ermenegildo Zegna Z Zegna Milan is a fresh, green men's fragrance that most voters place in spring and summer, for leisure and daily wear; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. It also works in an office setting, and it leans away from night and winter. Most voters find it masculine, while some call it modern or classic. Fig sits in the top, clary sage in the heart and sandalwood in the base. The fresh, green accords are softened by a fruity sweetness, and a spicy, woody ground dries down creamy. Carl Kling Clary Fig and Arquinesia Fig have a close profile.

Indonesian Oud (Eau de Toilette)

7.8

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2012

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Eau de Toilette

Ermenegildo Zegna Indonesian Oud Eau de Toilette is a smoky men's fragrance in which oud, patchouli and amberwood form the woody core, softened by rose and bergamot; it has been discontinued. The notes read as one piece rather than in stages: oud and patchouli lay down an earthy, resinous base, while amberwood keeps it warm and oriental. Rose adds a soft floral touch, and bergamot lends a little freshness to the heavy texture. Spicy and animalic tones deepen the smoky feel. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it leans towards evenings and nights out. Most see it as masculine, with some calling it classic. Dior Oud Ispahan and Tom Ford Oud Fleur have a close profile.

Z Zegna (Eau de Toilette)

7.0

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2005

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ermenegildo Zegna Z Zegna Eau de Toilette opens fresh with bergamot, rosemary and cassowary plum, then turns to nutmeg, white pepper and iris; it has been discontinued. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters suggest spring and summer, with daily wear, leisure and business named most often. Most voters read it as masculine. The profile is fresh, citrusy and aquatic, with green and fruity touches. Bergamot and rosemary lead, then nutmeg and white pepper add spice. Patchouli, oakmoss and cashmere form a woody, soft base.

Acqua di Bergamotto

7.4

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Ermenegildo Zegna Acqua di Bergamotto is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Neroli and Calabrian bergamot lead the top, rosemary adds a green, slightly spicy touch in the heart, and vetiver settles the scent onto a simple earthy base. The overall impression is fresh, aquatic and green, with a soft fruity edge. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend summer and spring, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office, with some choosing it for sport too. Its character is mostly read as masculine and classic. Ermenegildo Zegna Italian Bergamot and Acqua di Parma Bergamotto di Calabria have a close profile.

Florentine Iris (Eau de Toilette)

7.6

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ermenegildo Zegna Florentine Iris Eau de Toilette pairs iris and violet leaf with fresh, green bergamot in a powdery floral scent; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. Though sold as a men's fragrance, voters read it as both feminine and masculine. It smells fresh and citrusy, with violet, violet leaf and jasmine carrying the green, floral side. Woody and spicy touches stay in the background while iris and musk soften everything into a powdery, creamy finish. Gucci The Virgin Violet and L'Artisan Parfumeur Au Bord de l'Eau have a close profile.

Haitian Vetiver

7.8

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2014

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Ermenegildo Zegna Haitian Vetiver is a masculine fragrance that ties a fresh, green character to an earthy, smoky woodiness; it has been discontinued. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall, spring and summer, with fewer choosing winter. Daily wear, business and leisure lead, and evening is not far behind. Most voters read it as masculine, though a fair number call it classic. The scent works as a whole: bergamot and neroli open a bright citrus ground, while vetiver, carrot seed and iris add green, spicy, earthy and faintly smoky notes. The result is a dry, woody, serious freshness. Those who like vetiver may also look at Givenchy Vetyver and Guerlain Vetiver Extreme.

Zegna Intenso (Eau de Toilette)

7.3

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2007

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Eau de Toilette

Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Intenso Eau de Toilette is a men's fragrance that spices the freshness of lemon and green mandarin orange with cardamom and pink pepper, then sweetens toward sandalwood and vanilla; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays fairly close rather than filling a room. Most voters pick fall and spring, with leisure and daily wear leading, though business and evening also get a share. Most see it as masculine, and a good number call it modern. It is fresh and citrusy, with a fruity sweetness that deepens through tonka bean and vanilla. Iris adds a powdery softness, while vetiver and sandalwood lay down a woody base. A slightly synthetic sheen runs through it.

Madras Cardamom

8.0

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2019

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Ermenegildo Zegna Madras Cardamom is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance built around cardamom and Brazilian coffee; it has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. It leans towards evening, leisure and nights out, and most voters read it as masculine. Cardamom and pink pepper form a spicy backbone, while Brazilian coffee and vanilla add a gourmand warmth. Bergamot and citrus fruits absolute keep it fresh and slightly green, and Virginia cedar, vetiver and Ambrox give it a woody, earthy base. Lalique Hommage à l'Homme Voyageur and Roberto Ugolini Oxford have a close profile.

Acqua di Iris

7.7

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2017

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Ermenegildo Zegna Acqua di Iris is a fresh, powdery men's fragrance built around iris and violet leaf, suited to daytime and the working week. Acqua di Iris has been discontinued. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with autumn not far behind and winter the least chosen. Daily wear, office and leisure lead the occasions. More voters call it masculine or classic than modern or feminine, though some read it that way. The scent reads as a single whole: bergamot and violet leaf bring freshness, joined by the powdery, creamy softness of iris. Spices and woods dry the floral heart a little, while labdanum absolute and musk add a gently sweet, soft base.

Mediterranean Neroli (Eau de Toilette)

8.3

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ermenegildo Zegna Mediterranean Neroli Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrus-led men's scent built on neroli, bergamot and lemon with spearmint and rosemary; it has been discontinued. It opens with spearmint, bergamot, lemon, ginger and petitgrain. In the heart, neroli, jasmine and lavender add a soft floral touch, while rhubarb, rosemary and cypress lend a green, slightly fruity tone. The base settles on moss, musk and sandalwood for a woody footing. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick summer and spring, and leisure, daily wear and business are the most named occasions. It reads mostly masculine, with some calling it modern or classic. Acqua di Parma Acqua Nobile Gelsomino and Truefitt & Hill Mayfair have a close profile.

Sicilian Mandarin

7.5

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Ermenegildo Zegna Sicilian Mandarin is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance built around Sicilian mandarin orange, bergamot and spearmint; it has been discontinued. The fruity sweetness of mandarin and bergamot is balanced by the green, crisp feel of spearmint and petitgrain. Moss leaves a light woody and spicy backdrop, and the whole stays clean and bright. Longevity and sillage are moderate, and most voters recommend summer and spring. It leans towards leisure, daily wear and the office, with a masculine reading in front. Its profile is close to Caudalie Zeste de Vigne and Profumum Roma Orangea.

Italian Bergamot (Eau de Toilette)

7.4

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2012

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Eau de Toilette

Ermenegildo Zegna Italian Bergamot Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrus-led men's scent for spring and summer days, daytime and office hours; it has been discontinued. Most voters pick summer and spring, and winter is rarely chosen. Daily wear, leisure and business get the most votes. Longevity is rated moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters read it as masculine. The scent is built from bergamot, neroli, rosemary and vetiver. Citrus and fresh accords lead, with floral and green sides softening them. Sweet, fruity and spicy touches stay in the background, while the woody side comes through with the vetiver. Ferrari Bright Neroli and Ermenegildo Zegna Acqua di Bergamotto have a close profile.

Peruvian Ambrette

7.4

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2014

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Ermenegildo Zegna Peruvian Ambrette is a powdery, sweet masculine fragrance on a floral and woody line; it has been discontinued. It is built from iris, cashmere wood, ambrette and gaiac wood. Iris brings the floral, powdery side, ambrette softens it with sweetness, and gaiac and cashmere wood give a woody, smoky base. Spicy, resinous and leathery accords pull it toward an oriental warmth. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, and it is worn for leisure, evenings and nights out. Most voters read it as masculine. Jo Malone Saffron and Parfum d'Empire Cuir Ottoman have a close profile.

Zegna Forte

6.8

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2010

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Ermenegildo Zegna's Zegna Forte is a men's fragrance that leans towards autumn and winter evenings, opening with citrus and drying down sweet and spicy; it has been discontinued. It opens with citrus notes, grapefruit, pink pepper and ginger, fresh and spicy. In the heart, lavender, honey and white tobacco soften it and add sweetness. Tonka bean and amber leave a woody, oriental warmth at the base; overall it sits between fresh and sweet. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick autumn and winter, with spring not far behind. It suits nights out and evenings best, and also works for daily wear and the office. Hugo Red and Romamor Uomo have a close profile.

Essenza di Zegna (Eau de Toilette)

8.1

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2003

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Eau de Toilette

Ermenegildo Zegna Essenza di Zegna Eau de Toilette is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance that suits spring and summer days, daily wear and the office; it has been discontinued. It opens bright with Calabrian bergamot and Sicilian mandarin orange. In the heart, mastic, cardamom and myrtle add a green, spicy side, while the aquatic and fresh accords keep it light. Vetiver, musk and amber settle it onto a woody, earthy base with a faint leathery edge. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and summer, with winter trailing far behind. Daily wear, leisure and business come up most often. It reads masculine, and voters call it both classic and modern. Acqua di Parma Bergamotto di Calabria and Loewe Loewe para Hombre have a close profile.

Roman Wood

7.4

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Ermenegildo Zegna Roman Wood is a fresh, woody and resinous men's fragrance that suits spring and fall days at work or at leisure; it has been discontinued. It opens with cypress, bergamot, sage and rosemary, giving a green, citrusy freshness. In the heart, moss, stone pine and cedarwood build a woody core, and the base of pine absolute, vanilla and amber adds a resinous warmth with a touch of sweetness. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and daily wear, office and leisure are favoured about equally. Most votes call it masculine or classic. Perfumes with a close profile include Proraso Cypress & Vetyver and David Beckham Botanical Resin.

Passion

8.3

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2017

Sweet · Spicy · Woody

Ermenegildo Zegna Passion is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance made for autumn and winter evenings, and it has been discontinued. Amber, cognac and rum give it a warm, sweet, boozy start. Saffron adds spice, while frankincense brings a resinous, smoky edge. Woody and leathery accents temper the sweetness and settle it into an oriental body. Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick winter and fall, mainly for nights out and evenings, and very few choose it for the office. Most read its character as masculine and classic. Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Desert Oud and Lattafa Anfas Oud have a close profile.

Bourbon Vanilla

7.4

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2017

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Ermenegildo Zegna Bourbon Vanilla is a sweet, spicy, gourmand men's fragrance that suits evenings and nights out; it has been discontinued. Vanilla and blackcurrant together build a fruity, creamy sweetness. Ginger and cypriol add a dry, woody spice, while vetiver and Turkish rose stay in the background. Powdery and leathery tones soften the blend and leave a faint animal trace. Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick it for evenings and nights out, with leisure and daily wear further behind. Arquinesia Memories and Amouage Sindbad have a close profile.

Wisdom

8.1

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ermenegildo Zegna Wisdom is a fresh, citrus-led men's fragrance built around vervain, Italian mandarin orange and neroli. Lemon and Italian mandarin orange give it a bright citrus feel. Neroli and vervain pull it towards a floral, green side, while coriander adds a light touch of spice. French lavender and musk soften the blend and leave a powdery finish, and the aquatic accord rounds out the clean, airy impression. Wisdom has been discontinued. Voters rate its longevity as good and its sillage as moderate, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. It is positioned as a men's fragrance. Floris Neroli Voyage and Guerlain Cologne du Parfumeur have a close profile.

Talent

8.2

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Ermenegildo Zegna Talent is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a spicy, woody and green side; it has been discontinued. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, and half of the voters find the staying power high. The vote count is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It reads clearly masculine. Yuzu and bergamot give it a bright citrus freshness, which black tea softens while Sichuan pepper adds a light spice. Cedarwood and patchouli build a woody, resinous base, and floral and creamy touches take the edge off. Acqua di Parma Note di Colonia I and Azzaro Chrome United have a close profile.

Amber Gold

7.8

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2016

Floral · Sweet · Spicy

Ermenegildo Zegna Amber Gold is a sweet, spicy woody-oriental fragrance for men, and it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated as good, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. It is made for men, and its warm, dense build suits cooler weather. As a whole, sandalwood, saffron, cistus and patchouli form a warm, resinous core. Bulgarian rose and geranium add a soft floral touch, while frankincense and Siam benzoin deepen the sweet resin. Castoreum and musk bring in an animal, creamy and leathery edge.

Strength

8.3

Ermenegildo Zegna · 2017

Fruity · Sweet · Gourmand

Ermenegildo Zegna Strength is a sweet, smoky and woody men's fragrance built around tobacco leaf, honey and oud. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated strong, so a few sprays carry well. It is described as a men's scent and has been discontinued. The number of ratings is small, so these impressions are tentative. Tobacco leaf and honey form a sweet core, and apricot adds a fruity softness. Smoke and oud give the scent a smoky, resinous weight, while pine needle and musk keep a woody, creamy base underneath.