Gentleman No. 4
Fragrance notes
Character
Gentleman No. 4 opens with bright bergamot and lemon that feel clean and immediate. Cardamom adds a gentle heat to the citrus, while palisander rosewood gives the top a faintly polished wood edge. The start is lively without becoming sharp, and the citrus stays present rather than vanishing in seconds.
The heart introduces tarragon and sage alongside white cedar extract and pepper. The herbs read dry and slightly medicinal, which keeps the pepper from feeling hot. Cedar provides a smooth wood tone that bridges the fresh opening to the base. Musk and amber in the drydown create a soft, powdery warmth, with saffron lending a muted golden touch that never dominates.
The accord list promises fresh spice and aromatic clarity, and the fragrance delivers those qualities in a straightforward way. It suits daytime wear in a city setting, where the clean citrus and dry herbs feel appropriate for professional environments. The saffron and amber remain restrained throughout. The one limitation is that the tarragon can read thin, making the composition feel a bit narrow once the initial citrus steps back.
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