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Piper Nigrum
Lorenzo Villoresi Piper Nigrum is an eau de toilette that takes its name from black pepper and builds a fresh, spiced character around it. The fragrance sits in the spicy and aromatic territory, with a green, herbal undertone and a dry woody and amber foundation that gives it structure.
The opening is bright and cool, led by a mint-tinged freshness, a touch of star anise and a citrus accord that lifts the first impression. As it settles, the heart turns warm and peppery, with clove and nutmeg adding depth, and herbal notes of rosemary and oregano giving it a savoury, aromatic edge. Petitgrain keeps the composition from becoming heavy. The drydown is more resinous and comforting, with cedarwood and a soft balsamic warmth rounding everything off.
Wearing it feels crisp and focused rather than sweet. It suits a professional setting, a night out or a relaxed casual day, and its spiced character makes it at home across all four seasons, though the warmer, drier notes tend to feel most natural in cooler months.
Sillage is moderate, so the scent generally carries well in close company without filling a room, and it is noted for lasting well through the day once applied.
Presented as an eau de toilette in a 15ml bottle from Lorenzo Villoresi, a Florentine house, first launched in 1999.
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