Pi Extreme

This one doesn't have a monster sugar note, but it does smell quite similar to the original after a few hours (I've only tried vintage Pi). However, I think it should be named something else; I'd call it Pi Ironwood, since they added that note. It's not stronger than what's in my Pi bottle, that's for sure. I was afraid the ironwood, whatever that is, would impart a metallic quality, but I don't get that, thankfully, though it does remind me of iron (not wood). I don't get the leather, but it has a kind of subdued powdery quality to it, which seems to prevent it from being cloying. And when I don't know if I can't handle Pi, this one is not an issue, as it's better balanced. Overall, the only issue I have with it is that there's no reason to call it Extreme, IMO.

A nice little twist to the regular pi. Add a little bit of smoke and leather and that’s exactly what it is!

Or is this just pre-reformulated Pi ?

Very similar to the original Pi. Sometimes we complain about a flanker being very different from the original fragrance and we would like to have just a stronger version of the original. Well, in terms of the scent Pi Extreme succeeds in this, for better or for worse. I personally would rather prefer it to be more of a fragrance on it's own, meaning have it's own personality. Few minor differences between the two perfumes are being that the new (Extreme) is a bit denser and more resinous, which I like. In terms of the performance, it sits closer to the skin (still noticeable), but the longevity is good, around 8-10 hours. I like both Pi and Pi Extreme. Actually I should say, I like Pi Extreme, because I like Pi, since they are very similar. If you don't have Pi Extreme in your local stores, I don't think you have to chase it down on the Internet, since you can buy Pi (the original) practically everywhere in the world and be the same happy person :) Pi Extreme - 8/10 - good, not stellar.

Sweet woody vanilla. One of the rare few sweet vanilla fragrances that are suitable for men. It is not really vanilla but benzoin you are smelling but it's identical to vanilla. Has Givenchy listed vanilla instead of benzoin nobody would've noticed! Really good. I don't love it but I really really like it. Elegant yet calm & cozy. However, this is a try before you buy as the smell is unique.