Xerjoff 2015 EDP

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XJ Zefiro

by Mathieu Nardin

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Xerjoff XJ Zefiro is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Mathieu Nardin. XJ Zefiro opens with White Wine, Bergamot, Elemi, and Artemisia, settles into a heart of Iris, Carnation, Cardamom, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Amber, Honey, and Incense. Xerjoff's XJ Zefiro carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

Divisive but adored by its fans, Zefiro is a masterful blend of ancient church incense and modern Italian flair. Not a blind buy, but if it clicks, it's a showstopper.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Bold
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XJ Zefiro 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

While its uniqueness and moderate sillage might suit some creative office environments, Zefiro's bold incense and wine notes are more fitting for evening events, special occasions, or a classy casual outing. It's not a typical 'freshie' for sport or a discreet office choice, often being described as 'regal' or 'old money'.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

Zefiro opens with a bracing, almost effervescent splash of white wine and zesty bergamot, quickly joined by the unique, herbaceous edge of artemisia and elemi. The heart unfolds into a rich tapestry of warm spices - cinnamon, iris, and cardamom - before settling into a profound, grounding base. Here, smoky incense and a touch of honey mingle with deep woody and amber notes, evoking the solemn grandeur of an old cathedral with a surprising modern twist.

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Where to buy

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