Bortnikoff 2019 Extrait

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Zemfira

by Dmitry Bortnikoff

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Bortnikoff Zemfira is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Dmitry Bortnikoff. Zemfira opens with Bergamot and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Cedar, Rose, and Grasse Rose Absolute, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Oud. Bortnikoff's Zemfira carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This is a high-quality rose-oud done with a surprising lightness, perfect for those who want that classic combo without the usual heft. Some find it a bit too tame or linear, but for many, its natural ingredient quality is undeniable.
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Zemfira Extrait 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.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and elegant, clean profile make it suitable for a range of occasions, including office and formal settings, as it won't overwhelm. While versatile year-round, its freshness lends itself well to daytime wear, and the sophisticated blend is perfect for a refined date.

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

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

Zemfira opens with a bright, clean burst of bergamot and a subtle kick of pink pepper, quickly setting the stage for the star: a fresh, elegant rose. This isn't a heavy, jammy rose, but rather a vibrant, almost green floral. As it settles, a clean cedar note emerges, providing a woody counterpoint. The dry-down reveals a smooth, creamy sandalwood, beautifully balanced by a refined, non-animalic oud that provides depth without overpowering the delicate rose.

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