The Essence Intense
6.5Porsche Design · 2009
Fresh · Citrus · Green
Porsche Design The Essence Intense is a men's fragrance built around red mandarin orange, juniper berry and Haitian vetiver, with a fresh, green side tempered by spice; it has been discontinued.
It opens with red mandarin orange, myrtle and juniper berry, which give a citrusy, green freshness. Toward the heart, Siberian stone pine comes forward, joined by cinnamon and black pepper for spice. In the base, Haitian vetiver and amber settle the scent onto a woody, slightly smoky footing.
Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so take that loosely. Most voters pick it for evening wear, followed by leisure and daily use, and it also suits business hours and nights out. It reads masculine.