Tuscan Rose by John Ashwood bottle
John Ashwood

Tuscan Rose

Unisex 2023
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Our take

Tuscan Rose is a fragrance for people who want a floral that behaves like wood. The opening pairs pomegranate with rose, and the fruit gives the flower a tart edge rather than a sweet one. This is not a romantic red bouquet. The rose here is dry from the start, and the pomegranate keeps it from leaning into syrup. It smells like a garden where the soil is visible.

Ylang-ylang and violet join the heart, and the accord turns powdery. The violet is soft and slightly dusty, sitting beside the yellow floral weight of the ylang-ylang without letting either take full control. The rose remains present through the middle, tying the petals together so the transition feels smooth. The powder is noticeable, but the woods underneath stop it from floating away.

Precious woods and sandalwood ground the base, with crystal amber adding a warm glow that never becomes heavy. The sandalwood is creamy, the woods are dry, and the amber holds them in a gentle light. This is where the argument settles. The floral elements do not disappear, but they now sit on a firm surface. It feels composed and steady.

Wear this when the air is cool and the day is quiet. It suits someone who likes rose but refuses the usual sugar that comes with it. The powder and the wood make it feel mature and deliberate. It is a carved wooden box lined with petals.

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