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As I have already declared in By Kilian’s
Single Malt review, I’m an aficionado of Sidonie Lancesseur’s works. When I
have tried 1270 for the first time I was blown away by an incredible interplay
of numerous notes and sweet subtle boozy/gourmand vibe. From that moment 1270
has become my standard for gourmand compositions.
1270 opens with a beautiful blast of
pineapple and various dried fruits, plums and orange peel mostly. The honey
accord is strong from the beginning. Behind this honey and fruity forefront is
the entire olfactory universe of sweet caramel, coffee, burnt hazelnuts,
Proustian linden blosson... The woodiness of pale Guaiac and sandal is well
hidden, by give the necessary oaky note to the fruity heaven. 1270 is an
extraordinary reinterpretation of boozy (Cognac or whisky) theme. It is sweet,
but not cloying. A perfect gourmand for the Christmas period of the year, fireplace and warm blanket..
It has occupied my heart and mind in
three shots:
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Shot
No. 1
Ambre Russe was ready to accompany me on
the cold, foggy streets of Zagreb, and finally leave the perfume shop. But the
perfume Gods have changed the plan. I met 1270 for the first time. Love at
first sniff... I was under the spell. The smell of an old town apartment.
Winter, cognac, armchair, housecoat. Russian amber just had to wait.
Shot
No. 2
A cold, sunny December day. No wind. I’m
standing in the black coat with dark sunglasses, drinking coffee and watching
the sea moveing like liquid gold. Similar to Tarkovsky's Solyaris. 1270 mixed
with the smell of coffee. I sensed the illusion of time. Like an atmosphere of
Dubrovnik-born Vojnović's drama "Dusk". The moment of introspection. The
quartz purity of mind.
Shot
No. 3
Christmas party with my friends in one
bar. Happiness is everywhere. 1270 was perfectly melted with alcohol fumes of
my glass. Life is good and nose saturated.
Thank you Frapin and Mrs. Lanceusser for
releasing such a beauty.
Longevity / Projection
Above average (8-12 hours) / Average
Suggested wearing
Christmas holidays beside the fireplace
Alternatives
By Kilian Single Malt – similar in
construction, more orientated towards whisky theme
Thierry Mugler Pure Malt – possesses stronger
unidentified fruity notes and peaty base
Frapin Caravelle Epice – has stronger
spicy and woody component, but same Frapin’s signature
Pros
Amazing gourmand/boozy fragrance
Incredible interplay of various notes
Great Christmas holiday fragrance
Beautiful bottle
Cons
Too sweet for some
Sillage issues
Rating
10/10
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