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| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2008 | Year | 2014 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Blu Mediterraneo - Ginepro di Sardegna
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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive scent for the true lovers of the outdoors, this woody-aromatic gem captures the essence of a serene forest walk, and for some, an unpleasant hamster cage.
A love-it-or-hate-it scent for some, but a masterpiece for many, this is one of Acqua di Parma's most distinctive Blu Mediterraneo offerings. It's a proper grown-up juniper-spice bomb that screams masculine elegance, especially now it's been discontinued.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 4% |
| Floral | 0% | 0% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 24% | 22% |
| Sweet | 1% | 4% |
| Warm | 12% | 18% |
| Woody | 44% | 49% |
| Earthy | 17% | 8% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 25% | 24% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its intimate sillage and clean, natural aroma make it suitable for casual wear or the office. However, its poor longevity and non-traditional scent profile make it less ideal for formal events or a lasting impression on a date.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and 'office-friendly' nature, as noted by several reviewers, make Ginepro suitable for professional settings and closer encounters like dates. While its fresh spicy character allows for casual wear, the underlying classic and refined elements might feel a bit too 'dressed up' for sporty activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Aromatic, Woody accords and Juniper, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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