Louis XV 1722 Rosé

God, this is my second rave review in as many days, which I've never done in my life (I've bought several hundred fragrance samples and tried another couple hundred samples in stores and less than 10 are FBW imo--this is definitely one), but this decant I just got in the mail today from Xerjoff is leaving me no other choice. This is unreal. I'm totally blown away. Absolutely exquisite with more projection and longevity than I expected. I could still smell it clearly after a shower. I'm a writer and I usually don't lack for words, but all I can say right now is that I can't believe how good it is. More complex and masculine than I expected (although to be clear it is definitely unisex, but I expected it to lean slightly feminine and it leans slightly masculine to my nose). I'll come back and write more when I'm more articulate, but for now, I'll just say that if the note breakdown appeals to you, this might be the most blind buy safe fragrance I've ever smelled. I can't imagine someone to whom the scent profile appealed not absolutely loving it. Of course, no one should blind buy a niche fragrance. The only place I found to sample is from the Xerjoff website as part of their custom sample package. I'm dumbstruck by its beauty. Not the most versatile fragrance, but for warm weather, daytime leisure wear, it's easily an instant classic.

This is an amazing fragrance. The opening is wonderfully bright with a cheerful sweetness that lingers so politely in the air, drying down to a beautiful rose and musk. The heart is gently supported by cedarwood for substance with vanilla and geranium for depth, giving it an almost edible quality even if it isn't a gourmand. It reminds me of a turkish delight, it's beautiful and I love it very VERY much. HOWEVER—it's overpriced. If this was 100ml (3.4oz) I would sing its praises but for a half size, the 200 asking price beats Naxos and almost matches a full sized bottle of 40 Knots. That's crazy. Unless this pops up in a third party retailer for a better price, or you really love this one in particular and need it NOW, I wouldn't buy it for the stock asking price.

Got a sample with a Xerjoff delivery. Emptied it out in one single day. A very bright, uplifting, sparkling, fruity rose scent. Beautiful strong plum and black currant notes. The pear gives it an aquatic touch. Becomes a skin scent in 2-3h, but then lingers on forever. Full bottle ordered! Edit: The best part is the long drydown, with the rose and pear center stage, absolutely irresistible fragrance.

I didn't like this at all when I first tried it. I found it to be very synthetic, stuffy, and just overall off putting. Well I'm glad I let it sit for a few months because now it's an absolute love for me! It's the fluffiest cloud of rose and the amyris base makes its presence known. For those who didn't like it on first try, circle back to it later..you might be very surprised like I was.

I tried this at the Xerjoff boutique in Turin, last Sunday. This perfume is so beautiful and it does smell of pink champagne. It has a sparkling, citrusy, slightly sweet quality to it, underpinned by a dry and elegant woody note. I eneded up buying 2 other perfumes, but this is on my want list. Elegant, fresh and unique. Perfectly unisex 🩷🥂🍾