Esencia Loewe (1988)
by Loewe

ESENCIA LOEWE bucks the powerhouse scents of the 1980s. Elegant and classy with a refreshing touch of lavender on top of a well blended mix of greenish vetiver, smooth sandalwood, light amber and just a hint of musk. That's the impression I got anyway as the base is just too refined. I'm just surprised it hasn't had more reviews.

An all time favourite, great sillage and longevity. Best of all, aromatic and elegant.

Enjoy it for its difference compared to other air-freshener type men's fragrance available in the market.

Esencia Loewe is aristocratic from its packaging to its delivery. This is one fragrance who reminds me of members of luxury family-run businesses in the likes of the Ferragamos and Lauders etc etc. Green, yet solidly masculine yet, equally charming for a noble lady heading out to the headquarters to chair an important business meeting.

Pine, Basil, a hint of Lavender (quickly disappearing), Oakmoss, Fir, Leather all feature prominently in this fragrance with the leather warming the very green notes up and preventing it from becoming antiseptic.

According to Loewe's brand director, it was not inspired but rather made especially for one of the noble families. Just hope it continues to remain on the shelves.

An evergreen and my top 5.

A pungent aromatic fougere that kicks ass---but does so with aristocratic subtlety and panache.
Spaniards seem capable of creating only two types of fragrances: The very good or the very bad; and this one is on the side of the angels.
Only con is a somewhat annoying top note which mercifully settles down quickly and then serves the useful function of locking in all the coolness of the forest green accords. Good longevity. Viva!

Amazing, one of the best frag for man in the market
Tope notes with bergamot and lemon.
Middle notes lavender
Base note sandalwoods,vetiver,amber and musk.
Strong,clean and suave at same time.
Better for guys more than 40.
Nice for all seasons.
Fantástic fragance everybody must try and use it.

A rare and wonderful Spanish gem. Rare because it's not often you get to smell a top-notch leather chypre that emits one of the most masculine opening ever in any perfume. Kind of macho and one of the best and under-appreciated green cologne.

I do not like this as much as I thought I would. It is certainly sophisticated enough, but the pungent character hits a discordant note. The couple of times I've worn this I am aware of its assertive, yet unusual tone. I do like the "green" in this fragrance, but the "moss and herbs" smell too earthy, verging on dirty, rubbish-bin like.