Majestic (2008)
by Boadicea the Victorious

green, pungent, shrill were my notes. I really disliked this.

25th May, 2010.

The intensely green floral-herbaceous top notes are great: fresh and bracing without any of the stereotypical “sport fragrance” or aquatic cues. I smell freshly mown grass, narcissus, and perhaps muguet, with overtones of culinary herbs like chervil, tarragon, or basil. Contrary to expectations, Majestic only grows more green and astringent over time, its heart an almost piercingly sharp herbal bouquet guaranteed to cut even the most oppressive heat and humidity.

The narcissus in Majestic takes on hints of mint and anise as it evolves, while the scent’s oddly tenacious citrus component hardens to an almost metallic brilliance until, at about the two hour mark, it begins to meld into the background. Finally, after some hours, the first hints of balsamic sweetness emerge from behind the veil of greens to lead Majestic toward its tobacco and hay-infused drydown. All told, this is a compelling scent for either gender, though best I suspect in warm weather, and awfully expensive to boot.

11th December, 2009.