V Canto 2015 Extrait

U ££ Acquired

Mea Culpa

by Paolo Terenzi

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V Canto Mea Culpa is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Paolo Terenzi. Mea Culpa opens with Mineral and Incense, settles into a heart of Powdery, Cedar, Patchouli, and Birch, and dries down to a base of Musk, Vanilla, and Benzoin. V Canto's Mea Culpa carries an Acquired verdict, an amber-led wear.

Mea Culpa is a polarizing, beast-mode patchouli bomb - you'll either love its gothic, earthy intensity or find it overwhelmingly stinky. Definitely not a blind buy unless you're a devout patchouli fan.
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
Mea Culpa Extrait bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its enormous sillage and eternal longevity, Mea Culpa is too much for an office setting. It shines on dates and formal occasions, particularly in cooler weather, where its powerful presence and sophisticated character can be appreciated without overwhelming close quarters.

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About

Mea Culpa opens with a complex dance of earthy patchouli, deep woody tones, and sweet, creamy vanilla. The mineral and incense top notes introduce a unique, almost metallic coolness that quickly intertwines with a rich, smoky amber heart. As it evolves, the fragrance settles into a powdery, balsamic drydown, with hints of musk and benzoin providing a comforting, resinous warmth. It's a journey from dark, damp earth to a sophisticated, powdery sweetness.