O Boticário 1998 Edp

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Portinari

by Thierry Bessard , Joachim Correll

O Boticário Portinari is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1998, created by Thierry Bessard and Joachim Correll. The fragrance opens with Cypress, Bergamot, and Tangerine, settles into a heart of Lavender, Basil, Caraway, and Vetiver, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Tonka Bean, and Vanilla.

Our verdict on Portinari: Favourite

Portinari is a well-blended, inoffensive everyday scent, though its performance frustrates many. If you're after a subtle, slightly sweet aromatic, and don't mind a skin scent, it's a decent shout. Otherwise, you might find it a bit underwhelming.
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  • Relaxed
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Modern
  • Cozy
Portinari Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 20%
Floral 9%
Fruity 3%
Green 11%
Sweet 28%
Warm 18%
Woody 15%
Earthy 8%
Animalic 6%
Fresh 17%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Fresh Spicy
83%
Warm Spicy
80%
Vanilla
78%
Woody
66%

Notes

Top Notes

Tangerine 39% Bergamot 32% Cypress 29%

Heart Notes

Clove 17% Lavender 16% Basil 11% Vetiver 10% Geranium 10% Sandalwood 10% Caraway 9% Patchouli 9% Coriander 9%

Base Notes

Vanilla 33% Amber 25% Tonka Bean 24% Musk 18%

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its subtle sillage and pleasant, inoffensive aromatic profile make it perfect for office, casual, and even sport wear. While it's generally too understated for formal events, it could work for a relaxed date due to its cozy drydown.

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About

Portinari opens with a bright, zesty burst of tangerine and bergamot, underscored by the sharp, green scent of cypress. As it settles, a rich tapestry of lavender, basil, and warm spices like caraway and clove emerges, adding an intriguing savoury depth. The drydown softens to a cozy, slightly sweet base of vanilla, amber, musk, and a subtle earthiness from tonka and vetiver, creating a refined and comforting finish.

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