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by Lorenzo Villoresi
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- Perfumer: Lorenzo Villoresi
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   |  Piper Nigrum isn't really me...that being said, it has the great, refreshing blast of icy coolness of Noxema face cream. If you want clean, refreshing, just out of the shower fragrance, this one is it.04 December 2008 |
  | There is a pleasantly spicy, almost medical herb feel to the start, from which a wonderful rendition of the titular pepper emerges and dominates for a few minutes. The drydown is warm amber/incense that retains a hint of the pepper. There is an old-school feel to the composition. For my taste, this amber-y base is too sweet and creamy. However, it is a well-made scent some might find it very enjoyable. 28 August 2008 |
  | The initial blast here is of a combination of pepper, clove, mint and nutmeg, which dries down to cedarwood. Overall it's a light spicy scent, but mediocre compared to Villoresi's Spezie. For those who like it light, it may just be the ticket. For those who like a complex spice, Villoresi's Spezie is the way to go. From the Villoresi site: 19 notes in all Top: Cirus, Anise, Fennel, Peppermint, Conifer Middle: Black Pepper, Origanum, Nutmeg, Elemi, Olibanum, Petitgrain, Clove Leaves, Rosemary Base: Amber, Styrax, Benzoin, Peru Balsam, Myrrh, Cedarwood 10 January 2008 |
 | This fragrance is one that is at its crescendo about an hour after application. Masculine and robust but I dont think the price really justifies this scent. 19 January 2007 |
 | I completely agree with teflondog on this one. Although it's one of the better (and most interesting) creations by Lorenzo Villoresi, I still wouldn't wear this stuff. 23 December 2006 |
  | I enjoy the black pepper and wood notes, I'm less fond of the dill, fennel and peppermint that I think get more prominent with time altough they're listed as topnotes. I'd say the pepper is actually the topnote and I'm sad to see it go. I wish there were more pepper perfumes, if there were, I might not have to keep this despite its flaws. 05 December 2006 |
 | Perhaps if I had approached this scent with fewer expectations, I would not have been quite so let down by the thing in the flesh. Piper Nigrum has very little of the livelier and more savoury aspects of freshly ground black pepper for which I had been hoping; instead, it zeroes in on the warm, sweet, and menthol-like notes. Still, it remains worthwhile, particularly if you are searching for a masculine oriental with an uncommon yet natural feel to it. 06 September 2006 |
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| Had to try this one, as it has achieved what could only be called "cult status" for many. Well, I have to say it is amazing how the fragrance morphs from sharp pepper to nutmeg and ginger bread. I think that on me the lingering essence is the nutmeg, and all I can think about is cookies. Not good when you are on a diet, but you have to admire LV for his unique approach to blending essences. Not for me, but very singular, and could well be a classic in the making. 24 January 2006 |
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| Smells of dill pickles and mint. I am a huge LV devotee, yet though I like this fragrance, I think its appeal wears off quickly. Very herbal . Still, it's a striking fragrance, just not one of my faves. 04 August 2005 |
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| The opening is like suddenly walking through the door of an apothecary's shop: a strong blast of medicinal herbs and spices. You think: this is a highly evocative scent but I am not sure that I would want to wear it or to smell like this. Then it changes gradually to what I can only describe as the quite inviting smell of a thick, strong cola. You are still unsure if you waould want to wear it. Finally it evolves into a gentler and thoroughly wearable background of herbs and spices with, yes, still that hint of cola, 08 February 2005 |
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