Scent guide

Perfumes that smell like a Mediterranean lemon grove

A real lemon grove is not just lemon. It is the bitter leaves, the blossom, the herbs growing between the trees and salt in the air. The best niche citrus perfumes catch that whole scene and last longer than an ordinary cologne.

1. Tom Ford Private BlendNicheUnisex€€€€
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   Neroli Portofino

   Neroli, bergamot and lemon on a sea breeze. The Riviera postcard version.

   Notes: neroli, bergamot, lemon, mandarin, amber
2. GoutalNicheUnisex€€€
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   Eau d'Hadrien

   Lemon, cypress and grapefruit. The grove itself, sharp leaves and tall trees.

   Notes: lemon, cypress, grapefruit, mandarin, citron
3. Frédéric MalleNicheUnisex€€€€
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   Bigarade Concentrée

   Bitter orange with rose and hay. The peel squeezed between your fingers.

   Notes: bitter orange, rose, cumin, hay, sandalwood, cedar
4. XerjoffNicheUnisex€€€€
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   Torino21

   Lemon, mint, basil and lavender. The herb garden at the edge of the grove.

   Notes: lemon, mint, basil, lavender, musk
5. DiptyqueNicheUnisex€€€
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   Oyédo

   Yuzu, mandarin and thyme. Brighter and juicier, the fruit just picked.

   Notes: yuzu, mandarin, thyme, woods, lemon, orange

Start with Eau d'Hadrien for the trees; Neroli Portofino for the holiday.