Mendittorosa 2020 Extrait

U £££££ Acquired

Athanor

by Luca Maffei

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Mendittorosa Athanor is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Luca Maffei. Athanor opens with Saffron, Blackcurrant, and Sulphur, settles into a heart of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Iris, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Amber, Vetiver, Guaiac Wood, and Cashmeran. Mendittorosa's Athanor carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a divisive, complex beast. If you're into dark, earthy, slightly challenging scents with a touch of the unusual, you'll love it. Otherwise, you might just get bug spray.
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  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Classic
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Athanor 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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage mean it's present without being overpowering, making it suitable for various settings. While a bit too unique for a very formal or sporty event, its warmth and depth lend themselves well to evening dates and autumn casual wear.

Ethics and formulation

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About

Athanor opens with an arresting, almost metallic spark of sulphur, softened by the delicate spice of saffron and a hint of blackcurrant's tartness. This intriguing start gives way to a sophisticated heart where cool, rooty iris mingles with the dry, leathery earthiness of cypriol and a veil of contemplative incense. The scent settles into a grounding base of warm amber, smoky guaiac wood, and the earthy richness of vetiver, underpinned by the soft, musky embrace of cashmeran. It's a journey from the unexpected to the elegantly profound.

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