Xerjoff 2017 EDP

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Cruz del Sur I

by Miroslav Petkov

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Xerjoff Cruz del Sur I is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Miroslav Petkov. Cruz del Sur I opens with Wine Grape, Bergamot, and Rum, settles into a heart of Cedar, Cinnamon, Clove, and Cumin, and dries down to a base of Leather, Amber, Sandalwood, and Castoreum. Xerjoff's Cruz del Sur I carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

Divisive and unapologetically bold, Cruz del Sur I is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find its animalic leather and smoky dry-down an artistic triumph, others say it's just plain offensive. Not a crowd-pleaser, but a distinctive statement for those who relish the unconventional.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Warm
  • Elegant
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Cruz del Sur I 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:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent performance and challenging animalic, smoky accords make it entirely unsuitable for office wear. This fragrance truly shines in more formal, sophisticated evening settings or during special, intimate occasions where its unique character can be appreciated.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Imagine stepping into a dimly lit, ancient cellar, where rich rum fumes mingle with the sweet decay of dried fruits and a hint of sour wine. This leads to a heart of warm, spicy resins - cinnamon and clove, with an earthy cumin hum. The base is an animalic embrace of castoreum and rugged leather, softened by incense and amber, finishing with a smoky, woody depth that lingers like a forbidden secret.

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