Terre de Sarment
by Frapin

I've to be honest, I'm not very impressed by Terre De Sarment. The first time I tested it, it was on paper and the spicy-citrus opening was way more appealing if compared to the skin test. A full wear revealed a spicy woody fragrance that, while it's far from being unpleasant, it's still a little too pale to be outstanding or even remarkable. For the same price you can have much better alternatives (i.e. Idole de Lubin, Bois D'Ombrie). Nice but somehow not completely satisfying.

20th June, 2011. (Last Edited: 4th August, 2011.)

A cousin to 1270, this feels much more earthy with a definite grape and tobacco vibe. Early in the development it feels dusty, nutty, and bitter and I find it unpleasant; it ruins it for me. Perhaps for someone else.

27th May, 2010.

I could talk about notes and drydowns...

...but of the length and breadth of my large perfume collection, this is the only fragrance that gets compliments from strangers. And friends. And colleagues. And...

19th November, 2009. (Last Edited: 4th February, 2010.)

Putting on Terre de Sarment is like taking a shower and lathering head to toe with an expensive hand-milled soap with ingredients that smell like the jet-set. I love the fresh florals and the wonderfully weighted spice bottom but that soap (aldehydes?) stays up in my face aggressively. If you love the Chanel classics this perfume will be a fresh update to old favorites, if soap notes don't work for you (no matter how expensive or well made) stay clear.

31st October, 2009. (Last Edited: 10th February, 2010.)

This comes as a Eau de Parfum, so the longevity is great. The incense, cumin, and vanilla notes are the most pronounced. I do not smell any of the citrusy, fresh notes, but maybe that is because they are so well blended into this composition. The price tag is a tad high, but i am seriously considering a purchase of this one in the future.

28th July, 2009.

Smells very similar to Joop! to me.

29th December, 2008.