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Piper Nigrum
Lorenzo Villoresi's Piper Nigrum is a spicy, aromatic eau de toilette that takes its name from black pepper and builds its character around it. Launched in 1999 in Italy, it sits in the warm and fresh spicy family, with green and woody currents running beneath.
The opening is bright and slightly cool, a mint and star anise lift softened by a citrus accord, before black pepper and clove take over at the heart. Rosemary and oregano add a herbal, almost savoury edge, while a base of cedarwood, amber and benzoin gives the scent a dry, balsamic warmth that lingers without becoming heavy.
This is a fragrance that feels both expressive and composed. It suits a professional day, a casual weekend or an evening out, and its spiced warmth sits especially well in the cooler months, though it remains wearable through spring and summer. Its spicy character is not tied to any one wearer, so it suits anyone who enjoys a distinctive, unisex scent. Projection is moderate, so it tends to stay close enough for personal enjoyment rather than filling a room, and it is generally long lasting on the skin.
Presented as an eau de toilette in a 100ml bottle from Lorenzo Villoresi.
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