Niagara by Paolo Gigli bottle
Paolo Gigli

Niagara

4.0/5 · 12 votes Unisex
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Fragrance notes

Top notes
Heart notes
Base notes

Character

Longevity3.8/5
Sillage3.8/5
Day100
Night75
Summer100
Fall100
Spring50
Winter25
Our take

Niagara opens with a brisk mix of artemisia, bergamot, and Amalfi lemon. The artemisia brings a slightly bitter, herbal edge that keeps the citrus from feeling bright or sweet. Bergamot adds a rounded, mild tartness, while the lemon provides a sharper, more direct freshness. As the fragrance moves forward, jasmine takes over. It is present but restrained, offering a soft floral layer that does not dominate the composition. The heart stays close to the opening, maintaining the clean and aromatic character established by the top notes. There is a clear aquatic quality that runs through this stage, giving the scent a damp, airy feel that pairs with the jasmine rather than letting the flower stand alone.

The base combines patchouli, musk, amber, Virginia cedar, and sandalwood. Patchouli adds an earthy depth that anchors the lighter elements above it. Musk and amber create a warm, slightly resinous foundation, while the cedar and sandalwood contribute dry, woody facets that gradually become more noticeable. The overall profile stays fresh, aromatic, and herbal throughout, with the aquatic accord remaining visible alongside the woody base. The listed notes include water notes, but the provided data does not contain them, so the aquatic impression comes from the accords rather than a named ingredient. This gap between the listed accords and the supplied notes is a limitation of the record.

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