The Ruthless Countess Dorothea
7.7Penhaligon's · 2017
Citrus · Fruity · Sweet
Penhaligon's The Ruthless Countess Dorothea is a sweet, spicy women's scent that suits fall and winter days; it has been discontinued.
Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring in third place. It leans towards evenings, leisure time and nights out, though it also gets votes for work and daily wear. Most voters read it as feminine, while some call it classic or modern.
It opens with bergamot, cinnamon and red ginger, citrus meeting spice. The heart holds beeswax, maté absolute and clary sage absolute. In the base, cashmeran, vanilla absolute and sherry sweeten it into a powdery, creamy, resinous gourmand. Trudon 45° and Maison Margiela Whispers in the Library have a close profile.
