V Canto 2020 Extrait

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Malatesta

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V Canto Malatesta is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2020. Malatesta opens with Musk, Orange, Mandarin, and Lily, settles into a heart of Leather, Jasmine, Iris, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Patchouli, Pepper, and Vanilla. V Canto's Malatesta carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

Seriously divisive, Malatesta is either a powdery, violet, and leather masterpiece destined for your all-time favourites, or a buttery Play-Doh disaster that's entirely unwearable. The performance is beastly, so over-spraying is a grave error. Approach with caution and an open mind.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Elegant
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Malatesta 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With its enormous sillage and eternal longevity, Malatesta is too potent for most office environments, where it could easily overwhelm. However, its complex and luxurious profile makes it an excellent choice for romantic evenings, special formal events, and intimate date nights where its unique character can truly shine without assaulting noses.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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

Malatesta kicks off with a vibrant burst of orange and mandarin, quickly softened by a delicate lily. The heart reveals a sophisticated blend of powdery iris and violet, intertwined with smooth leather and a hint of lavender and jasmine, evoking a luxurious, cosmetic-like scent. The dry down is a warm, woody embrace with a touch of spicy pepper, earthy patchouli, and creamy vanilla, settling into an elegant, long-lasting aroma.

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