Filippo Sorcinelli 2016 Extrait

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Plein Jeu III-V

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Filippo Sorcinelli Plein Jeu III-V is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2016. Plein Jeu III-V opens with Lemon, Mimosa, Pepper, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Amber, Jasmine, and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Canadian Fir Balsam, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Vetiver. Filippo Sorcinelli's Plein Jeu III-V carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

Divisive and complex, this is a masterful incense for those who find beauty in unconventional and thought-provoking scents. It's not for everyone, but those who 'get' it will be utterly captivated.
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  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Modern
  • Warm
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Plein Jeu III-V 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
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 Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it versatile enough for daily wear without being overwhelming. The elegant, complex nature leans towards formal settings and dates, though its unique character makes it interesting for casual wear too, especially for those who want to stand out.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

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

An intriguing opening of bright lemon, sharp ginger, and a kick of pepper immediately grabs attention, softened by an unexpected touch of mimosa. This soon mellows into a sophisticated heart where warm amber and subtle jasmine entwine with the star-player frankincense, offering a smoky, almost ethereal quality. The dry down is a woody symphony of Canadian fir balsam, cedar, and creamy sandalwood, grounded by earthy vetiver, patchouli, and oakmoss, leaving a lasting impression of elegant, nuanced depth.

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