Douro

A very manly, aromatic scent and another superb scent from Penhaligons. I agree this is similar to Navy, yet I find it more of a dress blue type of Navy: deeper, richer and much more refined and very well mixed. The lime, lemon and mandarin are balanced quite well by the lavender and geranium, and this a very dry scent despite the citruses. Mint here is more herbal, than fresh and bright. The inclusion of muguet's soft green and neroli's powdery sweetness adds to the virility of this scent; as opposed to detracting from it, as I would have thought. The base is musky but clean, and oakmoss is added in just the right amount to make it earthy/woody without taking over, and the labdanum resin (cistus) makes it feel rich and warmly incensy but not smoky or tacky. I really am impressed by this scent, and now that I have developed a taste for more classic smelling scents, may reach for this often... Sillage: very good Longevity: above average Overall: 4.25/5 This has a superb blend of citrus, flowers and aromatics that makes it smell classic and manly, yet fresh and woody, without seeming generic or dated. I read somewhere (I think) that this is the 2004 remake of the original Douro Eau de Portugal, which was a much older vintage PL scent, it has a vintage feel without an 'old man' type of aura to it...worth trying!

A gentleman's scent, fresh, full and spicy. For an eau de cologne it has a remarkable persistence, staying on my skin for 5+ hours. A classic old-fashioned fougere, but it doesn't smell like a perfume my Grandfaher would have worn, it reminds me of something like an old luxury watch that has been passed down for generations and always remains charming and intriguing. For the lovers of citrusy and spicy fragrances with an old-fashioned flavor it's definitely one to have in the collection. Too bad Penhaligon's discontinued it. I personally prefer Douro to Blenheim Bouquet, for my taste it's more captivating while Blenheim is more classic. It is a purely masculine fragrance, I can see it working well in both a young man who dresses classically and a wealthy mature man. Personally I will use it this summer even in a T-shirt, but I'm not to be taken as an example, I love it. 7/10

Douro's note composition should make this scent smell like any other aromatic scent. But it doesn't! It is so unique. Douro's opening is one of the best, most, comforting herbal citrus blasts in the game. The progression of this scent is fantastic, it goes slightly floral with Neroli floating in and out and just when you think this scent is going to get cloying, the musk, vetiver and sandalwood show up to the rescue! Douro is a classic; This scent fits in the range of gentlemanly, to barbershop, to mediterranean dandy. Douro is retro and still relevant now in any person's scent wardrobe. To me this fragrance is an olfactory aesthetic, that can spur sartorial inspiration. Douro might make you change to a round collar shirt, or maybe oxfords to espadrilles? Take a sniff of Douro and get inspired!

Penhaligon's Douro is simply an excellent gentleman's fragrance; masculine, spicy, an old-school yet not-dated floral vibe (lavender, geranium and perhaps carnation) and with a touch of that refined Penhaligon's DNA that is in so many of their men's fragrances. It's just an excellent all-around choice for work and social setting in which the focus is on impression people with your gentlemanly demeanor and not screaming, "Hey, notice my fragrance!" Performance is a bit of a weak-point since it only lasts about 4-5 hours on my skin before becoming undetectable. In my case, Douro us a nice morning fragrance for days where I workout over the lunch-hour and can reapply after my shower or wear another scent. Overall, I really like this one...just wish it lasted another hour or two on my skin.

This is my first Penhaligon's fragrance and I am not disappointed: Penhaligon's Douro is bright and clean and fresh 'classic masculine' fragrance that smoothly cuts through hot weather and possesses enough aromatic warmth to stand out in winter. Projection is just about where I'd want it to be - within arms length and for a few hours - and longevity is excellent for an Eau de Cologne with a refreshing top up spray around 5pm still very present as a skin scent after 2am; this may be due to the humidity but I'd say it's down to the quality of Penhaligon's ingredients. In cold weather I get at least 8-10 hours. Top quality fragrance, great notes for even classy formal occasions and surprising longevity.

I just bought a sample randomly, I thought it was a female fragrance. When I first sniffed it on my skin and for next 1-2 hours I felt that it was very acidic, cat piss-like and hated it. But after hours Douro settled into the skin it became so good😍 Truly masculine, high class, how you would imagine a celebrity smells like. I would definitely buy something like this for my husband if he was into perfumes, I don't think he would appreciate me splurging so much just to spray him for my own olfactory recreation. But who knows, might need to try ;) Update: I tested it on him and luckily didn’t like it, smelled like a regular after shave😄

The most refined Eau de Portugal out there... and there are several... 4711's... Creed's... Trumper's... Pinaud's... Douro being a river, the barbershop owner being a poet and labdanum the lively temperament of a coarse flower. A tender note made out of nature's drama - bitter! United, the river the barber and the flower conjure the best Portugal’s coastline can bind – waves robust enough, killing themselves against the rocks, turned in mist. You walk away from it all, safely, feeling like a gentleman.

Clean and masculine! This is perfect for daytime wear in the summer and the spring. It may start off quite overpowering and offensive but it settles down well. It’s for the perfect blend of powder- citrus and woody notes. As per my review for Blenheim Bouquet, this is a good fragrance started for those wanting to build their fragrance wardrobe. Longevity and sillage is good for an Eau de Cologne. My overall rating: 7.5/10

I am not too familiar with english sophistication - not the tailors of Bond Street, nor the tweedy fox hunters of The Dales. But I do know a fair bit of Lusitania and if something ever could claim the name Eau de Portugal, this must be it. The dry lavender, the soft citrus blossoms, the damp moss - they all smell natural and of highest quality. Solid but smooth and toned down, like um senhor português.

In terms of smell this stuff is amazing. What lets it down is the longevity. On my skin it seems to last 2 hours before going completely. Its a very simple barbershop style fragrance. People often remark on how nice the fruit smells in this cologne. I seem to get many compliments when wearing this fragrance. Its slightly disappointing that the lasting power is not so great. However it smells amazing.

Worn from a decant. Really a fascinating fragrance because I THOUGHT I'd get a citrus fragrance, but while it opens with citrus, it is effectively a green and herbaceous Fougere with oakmoss, lavender and labdanum. Once it settles into the base, it smells like a soapy green scent not entirely unlike Floris Elite. This one may be worthy of a FB purchase.

I first tried Douro when it was still Lord's, although the story goes that is was called Douro Eau de Portugal back in 1911 when it was first created. My father used to wear it a lot and I was trying it myself as well. This is a classic lavender and citrus aroma that cannot go wrong. Great as an evening aroma, regardless if you wear jeans or tuxedo!

As a guy happy to leave the dna of designers concoctions, Penhaligon is a good launching point. Whatever the vague marketing of a masterpiece, this is nuclear. Loving oldies like YSL pour homme but clearly reading the difference, congrats, Penhaligon's for aceing this genre. Clear, clean, present and past. Adoration from IMHO. XO

i find this very similar to Sartorial (which i also love) but more citrus/herbal forward and without the metallics. perfect for Spring/Summer but easily a year round wear. Sartorial for the office, Douro i can pull off with casual wear, even jeans and a t-shirt eventhough it feels quite gentlemanly. love it.

One of the classiest aromatic scents on the marked. Smells very natural. Perfect as an everyday refined/classy fragrance for elegant gentlemen. Great for most occasions and seasons, but probably best for spring and summer. It`s a eau du cologne, so sillage and staying-power could be better..

Reminds me of a beautifully blended Faberge Brut and Pinaud Clubman Musk. I enjoy those classic brands and this fragrance brings those old school favorites to mind - but in a much much more refined and sophisticated way. Great blind-buy for me. Oh, the wife likes it too.

A masculine cologne, a spicy fougere, fresh, energic and very very elegant, unfortunetely discontinued by Penhaligon's, like the other masterpieces English Fern (a greener fougere, on the same wave of Douro) and Hammam Bouquet.

Starts out with a blast of herbs and citrus and dries down to a very refined soapy scent. Unfortunately, I discovered this fragrance too late, as it is discontinued. I will relish the little amount I have.

Absolutely superb traditional men's Cologne. Ultra classy. And with its Basil note making it really interesting. As good as a fragrance can get

Simple , manly+30 & clean. Remineds me of a modern version of Chanel pour monsieur(1955) + loewe pour homme (1974).