Otimo

It has a pleasant rum note, but something about the fragrance really bothers me.

For me, Pernoire Otimo is a warm, slightly sweet, and mysterious fragrance. No single note stands out particularly clearly, but something interesting seems to be hiding in the background, keeping my attention. The combination of quince, rum, spices, tobacco, and praline is described by many as fruity, alcoholic, and gourmand, while I primarily perceive a dark and elusive mood. The fragrance smells good and doesn't seem boring, but it doesn't spark strong enthusiasm in me at the moment. Due to cardamom, tonka bean, vanilla, patchouli, amber, and musk, the trigger risk for me is relatively high. Lovers of warm, sweet, and tobacco-like scents might find Otimo much more exciting than I do. For me, it is currently interesting and pleasant, but not yet a clear purchase candidate.

Reminds me a bit of Herod by PDM. Otimo starts fresh and slightly citrusy, with a clean, almost soapy note. Then, a subtle spice is added, giving the fragrance more depth, while light woods allow it to fade out calmly.