Rue Broca 2020 EDP

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Penthouse Larvotto

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Rue Broca Penthouse Larvotto is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. Penthouse Larvotto opens with Bergamot, Violet Leaf, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Rose and Pepper, and dries down to a base of Amber, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Rue Broca's Penthouse Larvotto carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a proper toss-up, innit? Some folks reckon it's a 'brutalist' synthetic mess, whilst others are calling it an 'amazing gem' that punches above its weight. It's a divisive bit of kit, so expect love-it-or-hate-it vibes for this ambitious clone.
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  • Edgy
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Masculine
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Penthouse Larvotto Eau de Parfum 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and rich oriental profile, this scent is best reserved for evenings and special occasions where it can make a statement. The reviews suggest it can be cloying if over-sprayed, making it less suitable for office environments or active wear.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Penthouse Larvotto kicks off with a sharp botanical hit from violet leaf and coriander, brightened by bergamot. The heart introduces a spicy rose, adding a bit of edge before settling into a warm, creamy dry-down. Dominant patchouli anchors a sweet, amber, and vanilla base, creating a rich, opulent aroma with a distinct oriental leaning.

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Where to buy

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