Ermenegildo Zegna 2026 EDT

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Il Calamaio

by Dominique Ropion

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Ermenegildo Zegna Il Calamaio is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2026, created by Dominique Ropion. Il Calamaio opens with Ink, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Oud. Ermenegildo Zegna's Il Calamaio carries an Acquired verdict, an elemental-led wear.

If a sophisticated oud-rose is your bag, Il Calamaio could be a well-crafted addition to your collection. The ink note is subtle, leaving the spotlight to the dark, resinous woods and a touch of floral elegance.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Mysterious
  • Clean
  • Modern
  • Warm
  • Romantic
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Il Calamaio Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Ink100%
Heartas listed
Rose100%
Baseas listed
Oud100%

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:
Winter

A winter perfume through and through - made for cold, dark months.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

The rich, heavy oud and rose profile, while sophisticated, might be too potent for an office, making it better suited for formal events or evening dates. It's too formal and intense for casual wear or sports.

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

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

Opens with a fleeting, intriguing hint of ink, quickly giving way to a rich, dark rose. This floral heart is enveloped by a dominant, deep oud accord, creating a luxurious and complex woody aroma that lingers with a subtle aromatic freshness. It's a sophisticated interplay of traditional oriental notes with a modern, slightly industrial edge.

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