Celebrating the magic and mystery of synthetic aroma molecules, Escentric 05 blends the signature smooth, creamy quality of Cashmeran – a complex evocation of the cosy, musky properties of cashmere – with notes that work to elevate its many stunning facets. “I wanted to evoke what it was like to be by the sea” says its creator, Geza Schoen, “but not by using the usual marine notes. Instead I wanted to recreate the experience of being on an island in the Mediterranean” – something he’s accomplished with aplomb. With fresh, zesty top notes of bergamot and orange, conjuring the optimistic scent of orange groves, and a lingering drydown of cistus labdanum and mastic – two classic Mediterranean ingredients – that bring a sweet, leathery, resinous roundness, while fig lends a green, fruity ripeness. Simply spritz to be instantly whisked to Capri.
