Acqua di Parma 2014 EDP

F ££££ Favourite

Rosa Nobile

by François Demachy

Share
Card A shareable image of this fragrance - its verdict, notes and profile. Save or copy it to post anywhere.

Acqua di Parma Rosa Nobile is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by François Demachy. Rosa Nobile opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, and Pepper, settles into a heart of Rose, Violet, Lily of the Valley, and Peony, and dries down to a base of Musk, Cedar, and Ambergris. Acqua di Parma's Rosa Nobile carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

A divisive scent, Rosa Nobile evokes either a beautiful, fresh garden rose or a synthetic, old-fashioned powdery struggle. Expect photorealistic rose but be prepared for potential performance woes and a 'grandma' vibe for some.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Romantic
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Classic
  • Feminine
£142.56 at Amazon UK 50ml Check price on → Check prices ↓
Rosa Nobile Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

ScentArt

ScentArt Explorer What is ScentArt?

Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate sillage and elegantly fresh, floral character make it suitable for office, date, and formal settings, avoiding anything too overpowering. However, the delicate nature and lack of 'oomph' mean it wouldn't stand up well to a sporty environment.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Rosa Nobile opens with a subtle zing of mandarin and bergamot, quickly giving way to a dominant, fresh-cut rose. This isn't a shy flower; it's a bold, pink rose, underscored by the gentle sweetness of peony and violet. A light, fresh pepper note adds a touch of modern sparkle before settling into a soft, musky, woody base, reminiscent of a rose garden after rain.

Similar

Compare & Pair

Layer

Wear two at once. See what layers well with Rosa Nobile Eau de Parfum - the blends worth trying, and how each one scores.

Complement

Round out the rotation. See what complements Rosa Nobile Eau de Parfum - fragrances that pair with it, worn side by side.

Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 25 September

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

Drawn from community reviews and editor-reviewed before publishing on . See our methodology and disclosure policy.