Dior 2008 Edt

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Escale à Portofino

by François Demachy

Dior Escale à Portofino is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008, created by François Demachy. The fragrance opens with Petitgrain, Lemon, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Juniper, Almond, and Orange Blossom, and dries down to a base of Galbanum, Cypress, Cedar, and Musk.

Our verdict on Escale à Portofino: Favourite

A masterful citrus cologne with Italian soul - dazzling, airy, and utterly refreshing. Escale à Portofino is a sun-drenched breeze in a bottle, perfect for those craving effortless sophistication and authentic Mediterranean zest.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Subtle
  • Modern
Escale à Portofino Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 27%
Floral 13%
Fruity 2%
Green 19%
Sweet 15%
Warm 8%
Woody 19%
Earthy 4%
Animalic 6%
Fresh 29%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Citrus
100%
Fresh
85%
Aromatic
60%
Green
55%
Floral
50%

Notes

Top Notes

Petitgrain 33% Lemon 33% Bergamot 33%

Heart Notes

Orange Blossom 37% Juniper 33% Almond 29%

Base Notes

Cypress 23% Cedar 21% Musk 20% Galbanum 19% Caraway 18%

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Light

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

Escale à Portofino is a sparkling citrus with prominent bergamot, lemon, and petitgrain, making it perfect for spring and summer. Its sheer, effervescent character struggles in cold weather but shines in warmth and sun.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport

Its light, inoffensive, and refreshing citrus profile is ideal for office, casual, or active wear. The subtle projection and transparency make it less suited for formal events but highly versatile for everyday use.

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Escale à Portofino opens with an exhilarating burst of Calabrian bergamot, lemon, and citron, conjuring the vivid freshness of an Italian riviera morning. The heart unfolds with delicate orange blossom and a subtle nutty whisper of almond, while juniper berry adds a crisp, aromatic edge. Cypress, cedar, and a gentle musk linger quietly in the base, imparting a sheer, green-woody dry down. Effortless, airy, and luminous, this fragrance embodies the spirit of a Mediterranean escape - casual, elegant, and spirited.

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