Cherry Defense

Cherry Defense opens on a luscious, sugary cherry - the maraschino, candy-sweet kind rather than tart - exactly the hook that made Mind Games French Defense so loved. Violet leaves and a touch of chamomile keep the opening from turning cloying, while a heart of rose, geranium and mimosa adds floral elegance and stops the sweetness running away. The base settles into warm amber, blonde woods and cedarwood for a smooth, refined finish. Perfume Parlour mirrors the original's note list closely; the divergence is in feel, with the candied cherry pushed a shade louder and the velvety woody-amber depth rendered a little softer. One owner notes the extrait improves after a couple of weeks of maturing. Projection is good early before settling, with respectable longevity. A sensual fruity-floral for cool-weather date nights and evenings.