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Italian Bergamot
by Ermenegildo Zegna
Italian Bergamot presents a refined, masculine bergamot-centered scent with a gently green, aromatic opening highlighted by neroli, rosemary, and vetiver. It features a clean, slightly soapy drydown with a subtle woody and musky base, evoking the feeling of a natural citrus after-shave or a well-tailored summer suit. The fragrance feels elegant and underplayed, with a lean, linear character that suits formal or business casual settings, and holds a personal, gentlemanly appeal. While praised for its natural aroma and high-quality feel, its longevity is inconsistent—most users report moderate duration of around four to eight hours, with some finding it fades quickly into a skin scent. Its sillage is modest, often described as intimate to moderate, and does not project strongly. Overall, it’s seen as a high-quality, vintage-style citrus fragrance ideal for those seeking a crisp, aromatic, and quietly sophisticated scent without the flashy projection or overpowering boldness.
Pros
- +delivers a natural, clean, and well-structured bergamot experience with aromatic and woody depth
- +feels high-quality and refined, suitable as a signature or office scent
- +performs well enough for a summer-spring fragrance with a minimal, non-intrusive sillage
Cons
- −longevity is inconsistent and generally falls short of expectations for its price
- −weight and intensity feel underwhelming for a perfumer that positions itself as premium
- −neroli and vetiver play minor roles, with the bergamot being sharp and dominant but fleeting