Christos

Christos by Giardini di Toscana is an unisex eau de parfum in the niche price tier. It opens with amberwood, incense and bergamot, moves into rose, patchouli and labdanum and dries down to amber, vanilla, pink pepper, benzoin, incense and sandalwood. Expect around 8 hours of wear, and it projects at a moderate level.

Notes, explained

Opening

Amberwood Dry synthetic warmth, sharper than amber. Everywhere in modern masculines.
Incense Smoky, dry and meditative. Adds gravity to anything.
Bergamot Sharp citrus with a faint bitter edge. The opening of about half of all men's fragrances.

Heart

Rose Can be jammy, green, peppery or soapy depending on the type. Not one smell.
Patchouli Damp earth and dark chocolate. Either you love it or it's your least favourite note.
Labdanum Sticky, leathery resin. Dark honey and old books.

Dry-down

Amber Warm, golden and resinous. Not a real material — a blend that glows.
Vanilla Sweet, creamy and warm. The most comforting note in perfumery.
Pink Pepper Fizzy, rosy and bright. Adds sparkle without heat.
Benzoin Sweet balsamic resin. Vanilla-adjacent but drier.
Incense Smoky, dry and meditative. Adds gravity to anything.
Sandalwood Creamy, milky wood. Soft and almost edible.

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