Baldessarini Hugo Boss

Timelessly Elegant (Jean-Marc Chaillan & Pierre Wargnye, 2002) Bottle Design: Lutz Herrmann Scentrack: Robert Palmer – Know by Now At a first glance, Baldessarini Eau de Cologne seems like a simple standard released for men, loaded with citrus and devoid of any performance. However, a few miracles are hidden among the molecules. Baldessarini starts with sweet citrus fruits - orange and grapefruit, very similar to legendary PEZ candy, accompanied by a dash of mint and to my nose even with a touch of basil. In this first phase is uplifting, sunny and charmingly Mediterranean. Soon darker notes are invited, clove with its medicinal character, very pale patchouli and warm tobacco. Initial relaxed mood was upgraded with this touch of friendly seriousness. But then the magic starts. At one point the composition warms up even more with musk and amber, and unexpected fruity sweetness turns up from nowhere. The fruitiness is light and airy, yet so substantial and hard to decode. At one moment is completely fruity, on the other is almost completely radiantly floral due to the damascones. Another great feature of this composition is solid performance on my skin for the EdC. To my nose it seems like Chaillan and Wargnye took the best from the past, and recreate the classic form for the new millennium while possessing some distant echoes from the late Escada pour Homme. Later, Tom Ford revisited the theme in much inferior Tom Ford for Men. Subsequent Baldessarini Eau de Cologne Concentre ruffled these gentle fragrant layers and totally lost the charm. Rating: 9/10

The Baldessarini brand is not widely known in the fragrance community. The company has some fault in this, because their newer scents tend to be quite "generic" i.e. Stricly Private. A nice gourmand, but smells very similar to every other gourmand out there. They did pull all the stops on their first release, though. It's great that they did so, because they created one of the greatest Eau de Cologne's of newer times. It opens with a fantastic minty tangerine note. This note persist throughout the life of the fragrance. The midnotes . especially chamomille - come into play after a few minutes, complimenting the topnotes nicely. After that the tobacco and musk appears. Both notes are mixed back, allowing the fantastic top notes to shine. The thing about this one, is that it is extremely well crafted. The blending is superb, and everything works together. This fragrance shares some ground with Tom Ford For Men. TFFM is muskier and more focused on the tobacco, where as the Baldessarini is zestier and sticks to the Cologne style. Longevity is 5-6 hours for the normal, and a solid 7-8 hours for the Concentree. The Concentree amplifies the top notes slightly, and I prefer the Concentree. Rating: 8.5/10

Funny thing is, not a single reviewer, not even the almighty Luca Turin, says anything Baldessarini being in the same league as Guerlain Herritage, New York, Bois du Portugal, somtimes leaning towards Chanel pour Monsieur and Boucheron, and almost innevitably paying homage to Habit Rouge. Nothing at all, but it is all there. And it makes easier to see why some dont't like Baldessarini, it belongs to another world altogether. Hwoever if you are fond of any one of those you will also enjoy this, so far the only Boo scent I will keep. And yes, it is a bit weaker, after all it's an eau de cologne, mine the concentree version. One more reason to to make use f a nice scent when you don't feel like being too imposing on others. That's also what i think happens to Dior Homme l'Eau for Men, a milder version of a very potent and deep juice. I like it, a lot.

oh god yes... sometimes the best things in life are...well...you know. for a 'mainstream' perfume, this certainly doesn't have the hallmarks of a hallmark perfume. it's not pigeonhole-able, you can't say "it's just one of those", it's royal and regal. seriously, it smells like something Frapin would put out. this has a sugar-sweet citrus with 'something'. i'm not sure it's the musk, possibly it's the tobacco or something along those lines. maybe something woody. either way, it's a lovely accord that is struck. wonderful. i discovered this scent when it was a 'boss' perfume back in 2006. i finally found it again, and it arrived yesterday and all my ozf memories are flooding back. also, it's amazing how much i've changed and/or grown. it's funny how we grow and mature 'away' from something only to come straight back. signature perfume for sure...

Good cologne, but kind of subtle. I have the concentree version and have never tried the other one. But even the concentree has a VERY limited sillage and longevity. Apart from that, Baldessarini is very good for its kind. Not exactly fresh, more medium energetic, but elegant, shimmering and warmer as you go along. Described as "woody-fruity" by some reviewers, I surprisingly agree with the gentleman below who identified banana as one of the few notes that I can actually detect. The rest span "from raisins to rose", with some very gentle masculinity behind and sparsely any musk or tobacco, but maybe some bright amber below. I wish there would be more masculine basenotes here, some more of the tobacco, musk and amber perhaps, that would give the fragrance more depth and radiance (and longevity). 8/10 (if you reapply every 4 hrs)

I still love this one, all those years later... I bought this bottle 10 or 12 years ago, after I actually put effort into finding out about where to get it! I read online that Hugo Boss wasn't making it anymore, and so I thought it was long-gone, but it turns out it was just transferred over the Baldessarini -- I didn't care WHO made it, just that it was still available! It is indeed a citrusy-musk, with some spices poking through, as well as the juniper which adds that green freshness to it -- all up, it's a 5 or 6 component accord, and it really works well. It's the only scent from this genre that I have, and I rarely use it (maybe 4 or 5 times in the last decade), and as such, it still have that novelty factor for me. I loved it when I first tried it 18 - 20 years ago, and I still love it now!

This was one of my first "grown up" scents - along with the tragically departed Escada Pour Homme of which I have about 20 treasured mls left. If trying to categorize this I'd pit it close the fougeres, but with low overlap due to the lack of lavender, but it's close because of that sweet/sour balancing act. This remains an incredibly versatile scent, especially if like me you love cloves/eugenol in your fragrances. For a men's scent it's the tiniest bit sweet, but in an amber and citrus way, and it's not prominent - it combines with the chamomille to keep it more of a "natural," background sweetness. The sharp from the mint and juniper are very, very nice in this - the composition is so balanced. It still strikes me as slightly formal, but it's also one I quite enjoy just putting on at home.

با سلام و ادب Baldessarini Hugo Boss for men کاری بسیار دوست داشتنی و عالی برای کسانی که از روایح گرم، شیرین و ادویه ای خوششان بیاید از استشمام آن خیلی لذت می برم وجود نت های مشک تنباکو عنبر شکوفه پرتقال گل میخک بابونه و نعنای هندی و ترکیب آن ها فضایی از گرمی و حلاوت را توام با بوی ادویه فراهم ساخته است از لحاظ دوام معمولی می باشد و پخش بویش در ساعات اولیه خوب است گرم و شیرین جذاب و مردانه شرقی و ادویه ای اگر از رایحه شانل Egoiste Chanel و یا شانل Antaeus Chanel خوشتان بیاید رایحه این عطر را حتما خواهید پسندید با احترام گالری عطر مهرداد

This is one of the best Hugo Boss perfumes and a Hidden Gem ! UPLIFTING, Elegant and Classy. It makes me feel so confident. You can't go wrong with it. It opens up with like fresh citrusy, green, slightly spicy and floral notes in the background then dry down is green musky. This is perfect for the all seasons. I really enjoy it and I love Baldessarini Hugo Boss Cologne for Men. I'm so happy that I have it in my collection. Highly Recommend. Bravo Monsieurs Chaillan & Wargnye ! Two Thumbs Up. Rating : 9 / 10

I used to date a guy who wore this in 2004. He drove a Mercedes and always wore suits and was usually better groomed than me. He was only 30yrs old, but this cologne made him smell so sophisticated. The initial spray irritated my nose in a pinching kind of way. But after an hour, it settled into a personalised skin scent on him. Lightly citrus fresh, yet delicately spicy. He did smoke, and I think the tobacco aroma may have blended well. Suitable for both day and night time.

I just got this today bought it blind because of some reviews out of the bottle I thought this is the worst thing ever but the second I put it on me I was like ... wow this could very well be in my top fragrances EVER so far.... I love everything by hugo though the original use to be my favorite I got this version and del mar. Del mar is actually the one I tried not sure what the difference is but Its definately a favorite of mine :) glad I made the purchase

Well I love this fragrance ! they say its for a more mature man "seperates the men from the boys" im 27 and i wear this and i always get compliments - people say they can smell 'tangerine' - it is in fact 'bitter orange'- its so fresh and invigorating . As its an EDC and not an EDT i use the shower gel ,aftershave balm and fragrance to have the scent of baldessarini with me all day long - This is Hugo Boss High End fragrance -it doesnt get much better !

Nose Note #647 A unique take on an orange/tangerine. Mildly sweet. I have nothing to compare it really. This is really special. Smells like good quality. A good mens perfume from the 00s. They don't make them like this anymore. I wish the Invictus, Le Male and other flankers were made like this just for once. UPD. 25/09/12: performance is much below average... 8.5/10, great, sweet, ambery, has some spiciness. Manly.

I have this and the "concentree". This is captivating and compelling and has some "light touch" magic. Not many men's colognes are magical and I don't know how this fragrance achieves it despite the molecules available today. I smell the chamomile which makes it unique. This hasn't been a Hugo Boss cologne for years as far as I know. My bottles are made in Germany by the great cologne brand Maurer & Wirtz.

Unfortunately, an underrated fragrance, badly treated, poorly valued by the opinion. It is indeed a great unique perfume. I just hope that the brand does not remember to discontinue this Exquisite scent. Nowadays, it’s produced by MÄURER & WIRTZ GmbH & Co. KG, with own brand Baldessarini Fragrances (not Hugo Boss). It is also available in EdC Concentree version.

Just posting this to refresh Baldessarini's awesomeness in the review list. I love niche frags and expensive oldies but I'm telling you.. this cheap-o is friggin' awesome. Yes, it's a little unpredictable at times but it's just so damn boozy but in an everyday sense that I can see any one wanting to impress giving this one a shot. A-fuckin'-men.

Elegant, sophisticated, classy, refreshing cologne! One of my very favorites....and always gets compliments from women AND men when I wear it. Like some people here have mentioned.... very underrated! Think cool fruity tangerine-ish minty pine-like vibe that just fills the senses with a "Wow! That's unique and beautiful!". Love this scent! :)

Warm, soft, spicy, caressing, sexy, eager to please in every way and doing its job perfectly. One of the most attractive and beautifully balanced fragrances I ever had. Longevity is impressive, sillage is just above average. You can wear it to the office, I keep it for nights out. Joy in a bottle, recommended!

One word.....Incredible! Scent 9 ~ 10 Longevity 7 ~ 10 Sillage 6 ~ 10 Daytime 10 ~ 10 Night Time 10 ~ 10 Masculine for sure but the edge is slightly powdery enough for ladies to rock this one as well. Smells damn good ! Grab a sample for 2.50 USD on eBay and give this one a chance for sure !

Ohhhh, lovely. What I get is a creamy grapefruit!, the best grapefruit scent there is, but creamy. Later, it becomes a more mature, but soft, Tobacco/patchouli. Lasts all day on me, and the projection is great, lots of compliments. This one is becoming my favorite after Givenchy's Pi.

Deep, sophisticated, rather sweet (which is fine by me). For me this is one of the ultimate gentlemen's scents. Classy, smells 'expensive', yet sexy and alluring. Definitely a compliment magnet. A great 'date night' fragrance, or any special occasion, or a great signature.

By far this is the best fragrance from Hugo Boss. Blind buy worthy IMO. I have had several bottles of this and will have it in my collection forever. Smells similar to my nose to Creed Royal Oud. Considering this came out in 2002 and Royal Oud in 2011... lol... Enjoy!

Straight A's stuff, no doubt bout it. Best Hugo Boss out of many. Give two thumbs up, should see the limited edition bottle, the case is made soild steel...damn heavy and that's what I called class fragrance.

I'm a girl, and love this though it is not a feminine fragrance. Just a good one! I think the tangerine pulls all the other notes together so well. Lasting power is 10 hours plus, with moderate sillage.

This is a classic scent; but for guys in their 40s. It was my very first scent over 25 years ago and it stuck with me. It’s not overbearing and works for all seasons and occasions.9/10

My signature. Literally the best frag I've owned. Totally unique and elegant, despite being made by a horrible house. If anyone can recommend something similar to me, it'd be neat!

A great fragrance, suits me very well and balanced composition. This refined cologne is so mature like a good cognac. A must have for guys. Easily score 9.5/10

Loved this. The tangerine and orange instantly titillated my olfactory nerves. The scent's more sporty than casual, but more casual than sophisticated.

Tom Ford for men is actually a knock off of this according to Turin's book.And for once I agree with him. But I think the Ford version lasts longer.

The most criminally underrated gem of a fragrance. I absolutely adore this scent. 9/10.

Amazing scent l cant get enough from it like it so much it’s one of my favorites

Fantastic Musculine Perfume.Opining With Soft Citrus Note.Well Done

I adore this scent, I like it оn a stylish, staid and sexy men.

smells pretty good.....thank God it's no basil in this

رائحة عطر البالدسيريني من اجمل الروائح التي مرت علي

CLASS! 12 YEARS AND STILL LOVING IT!

Strong like. I already bought a bottle with 80% discount lol! Because it was expired.. who cares anyway. It smells wonderful! This is a light & discreet, citrusy/woody/fresh/spicy, sub-sweet classic masculine edc made with the old standards. That being said its bigger advantage besides the beautiful aroma is its performance. Edc concetration for moderate edt longevity. Not bad! The opening has a lot of alcohol but after all it's an edc so this is normal. It dissapears quickly. Dominant notes are beautiful tangerine mixed with tobacco, & chamomile. Other strong notes are cloves & bitter orange. Musk is smooth giving the impression like a connecting material for the rest notes. This is not a musk dominant scent. Amber is very mild. I highly recommend it for summer daytime. I usualy do 6 sprays with this edc, 3 bellow each ear which give me half an hour to 40 minutes moderate projection then it stays close to the skin. Sillage is also moderate. The longevity is about 4 hours as a very faint skin scent. It is "alive" for the first 3,5 hours. This is a very good underrated classic masculine cologne which is also quite versatile and affordable. Enjoy! (It is not similar to DG The One as someone says..)

I don't know about all this "separates men from the boys" bullshit, but I do know that Baldessarini is a very unique, distinctive fragrance. It's a sweet, fruity citrus accord (think coconut), but at the same time paired with a cold, dry pine/tobacco accord. The overall effect gives the fragrance a glossy feel like the Silver Surfer; or perhaps a cool, foggy morning. If anything, the overall accord has a chypre-like feel. It's not a chypre, but I smell a familiar face. Despite being an Eau de Cologne, Baldessarini's longevity is good - 5 to 6 hours, and the sillage is excellent. Really, Baldessarini is a very unique smell. You'll have to smell it to understand it, because it's tough to describe. Also, if you're going to buy it, don't pay more than $30 for it. You can find Baldessarini at most discounters in America.

Spicy and fruity, this charmingly old-style fragrance balances the sweetness of a tangerine note up top with a bitter orange note so that you end up together with an orange-family accord that is neither sweet not bitter, but more like petitgrain. The clove note (which emerges slowly) makes the whole thing smell a bit like orange pekoe tea, but without a dominant tea note (if that makes any sense). This projects freshness in an unusually dignified way. it would make a fantastic scent for the office, in that it is quiet and pleasing. You can buy it for an extremely reasonable price, too, My only complaint is that the longevity seems a little bit underperforming and I'm curious whether this was once much more powerful than it is today (always a distinct possibility with a designer fragrance released decades ago).

Solid fragrance. I get a great blend of citrus and incense at first, with elements of cedar (resin), a fresh green mint, and a teensy bit of creaminess, something like synthetic banana. Fades quite true to this original impression except the fruitiness (which is really weak on me) disappears, and the whole ride finally stalls at a pleasant faint cedar. I don't really pick up any tobacco, though perhaps I would call it a sweet cedar and that subtle sweetness is the influence of the tobacco. Think it smells great, and like the kind of masculine that works wonderfully as a unisex fragrance, particularly in the summer? Who cares. Borrowed from a friend and now I want it.

I like this fragrance. Initially, I get mint and amber. After a short while, Baldessarini settles down to a slightly fruity/floral musky amber. But wait! there's more - off in the distance there is breeze carrying a hint of cloves, just enough to spark an interest. It's a relatively soft scent, and in my opinion, unisex. I can kinda agree with the video/ad (separates the men from the boys) - it's not for the club crowd or the ultra macho, but definitely for a classy gentleman. Perfect for an evening event in a suit and tie.

It's masculine, but modernly masculine. I don't get a "separates the men from the boys" scent from it. It honestly leads my mind to a hair dresser saloon. There's something about it that has a steaming/ironing hair scent to it. It's fruity but earthy. There's an overriped fruit scent, that goes along with some chamomile and an earthy feel. The overall composition appears sophisticated - high class I actually like it a lot. Maybe I should start wearing it more often It's working wonders in the spring and early fall

It definitely is a gentleman's scent, made up of just enough of just the right ingredients to portray those components of a mature man that are attractive to women, including success, sophistication and worldliness. It doesn't pretend to be young, sporty, flash or gaudy. It leaves those traits to younger scents. I really liked it before I ready the advertising. The advertising simply reinforced why I really like it. This really is the bes Boss scent.

This makes a great daytime office scent--light, fruity, and fairly long lasting. It's not a beast mode scent, but will give you some uplifting skin scent vibes for four or five hours. I thought when I started searching for citrusy summer niche fragrances that their performance would be better than designer colognes such as this, but it's really hit or miss. If you can still find this and if the scent tickles your olfactory senses, don't hesitate.

I bought a bottle when it was first released. I used it for a few months and then forgot about it because my wife wasn’t a big fan. Yet I have used it intermittently since then and each time my wife has commented positively on it. I really quite like it. I like the mint and tobacco that sit in the background. They somehow elevate it and make it memorable. It is no ordinary scent, which seems to mean that it is not for everyone.

Warm, Masculine, Sweet,... and very pleasant scent. It introduces you as a lovely sociable man and increases your self-confidence. Longevity and sillage are about average. I like it very much ☺ یک عطر گرم و تا حدی شیرین و بسیار مردونه که بوی بسیار خوشایندی داره. عطری که شما رو بعنوان مردی خوش برخورد و اجتماعی و دوست داشتنی معرفی میکنه و اعتماد بنفس شما رو بالا میبره. دوام و پخش بوی متوسطی داره. بسیار دوست داشتنیه

Classy gentleman's fragrance, very soft and dominated by a semi-sweet tangerine note. Although in the target group agewise, Baldessarini felt wrong for me. Therefore I passed it on to a friend who could pull it off. He absolutely adores it and he feels attractive and self-confident whenever he wears it. Good stuff, but not for everyone. Try before you buy.

The striking similarity to Lanvin L'Homme Sport is immediately apparent, but Baldessari offers more to my nose. More refinement and interest. This is a very nice all around scent, it's hard not to like. I'm only still getting acquainted with this (the Concentree version) so a full review will have to wait, but so far so good.

Tobaccoey manly scent with freshness, projection is good and longevity is great, it lasts almost the whole day. Not really my style, but for those who are into it, a great scent. Edit: I like this more and more, the mild, easy going and effortless nature of this perfume is hard to find in nowadays perfumes 8/10

I've an ancient bottle of this, almost down to the fumes. Echoes of Givenchy's legendary Insense. The dry down is drier, and a slightly bitter if that makes sense (patchouli?). Its a really good fragrance, masculine, retains some spiciness in the drydown. Performance is good from my admittedly old bottle. 4/5