Aromatic Lime
by Montale

Don't be fooled by the first sniff, Aromatic Lime is basically a feminine fragrance. The beginning is herbal-citrusy and dark, with the predominance of bitter orange under my nose. This  one is the best part of the running smell, i can perceive the influence of spices, herbs and patchouli while i see the association with some aromatic barber-shop kind of classics. In this phase the smell is prevalently masculine and a bit exotic in the sense it reminds some historical charismatic classics epitome of great ages and valiant men. Passing the minutes the smoothness starts enveloping the elements and i begin inhaling a sort of honeyed musky saffron. The spicy feel as well as the influence of patchouli start fading while a sort of creamy smell of lime-orange takes finally the scene with its touch of potpourri temperament and may be with some floral notes hidden somewhere (ylang-ylang, jasmine?). A final cedarwood or sandalwood impress an hint of substance. At this point the smell, initially ostensibly masculine, reveals notable traces of femininity, swampiness and classicism in reminiscence of some olfactory milestones as some Fendi or Krizia,  Aromatics Elixir and Mitsouko more conservative and rooty. It must be more complex it doesn't appear while reading the few notes listed.

19th June, 2011. (Last Edited: 8th January, 2012.)

I quite like the sparkly opening, a different take on citrus. Citrus that's light on citric, it has more of an apple or pear feel to it than lime. Nice light woody feel to it throughout. Though I enjoy Aromatic Lime it's a little weak in the sillage department and it's price guarantees a non-purchase. Lasts most of the day but too close to my skin for anyone else to know I'm wearing it.

25th September, 2009.

Not bad.
It's not lime.
And It's not aromatic.
However, It is Montale.
Wake me up when it's on sale at Marshall's for $1.75
On second thought, don't bother.

4th August, 2009.

Aromatic? Sure. Lime? Well, not the way I would ever want to smell it. This reminds me of a horrible caricature of Penhaligon's Douro. It is stuffy to start with and the dry down reminds me of stagnant water. Near the worst Montale's I have tried to date.

1st May, 2009.

A bit of a disapointment. I was hoping for something tart and sour, but instead its just really fresh bright green scent. Its smells soapy, shampoo-like. Citrusy, herbaceous, slightly woody. I swear I smell a hint of some flower, as well. Overall, like in many other Montale scents as well, I don`t find the note list / pyramid particularly accurate at all.

It is Montales take on traditional Cologne theme. Unisex, but clearly more masculine to my nose.
Well made, but also generic and quite boring.

13rd November, 2008.

Come ON!! This is amazing. I am a big lover of Montale and must say that most of his fragrances, although listed unisex are decidedly feminine. Conversely, I find Lutens decidedly masculine regardless of gender delineation. This is one of the most masculineMontale's I've tried, but I love it. Deep dark limes hover lingeringly over a musky sandalwood base that goes deep and is long lasting. Semi-sweet, earthy and rich. Just keeps getting better and better. Anyone who objects to the $175.00/100ml tag should check out www.theperfumeshoppe.com where it is sold for $120.00/100ml. and $80.00/50 ml. I'm anxiously awaiting mine now, can't wait to place it amongst my Aoud Queen Rose (WOW), Patchouli Leaves (YUM), Oriental Flowers (OMG) and Ta'if Rose (Discontinued. . . .SOB). I just noticed I'm the lone female voice here, perhaps body chemistry plays a large role in this one, because on me it's just stunning, has great sillage and phenomenal lasting power. Come on ladies, take a chance!

18th September, 2008. (Last Edited: 19th July, 2011.)