This is basically the opposite of Zoologist’s T. Rex: a gentle sigh of a scent. A bare impression of oud and vanilla prop up the star of this show, saffron. Though Mateu is Spanish, the saffron here does not evoke paella in the least. This is about as approachable as a niche scent gets.
Notes: Calabrian bergamot, natural bitter orange blossom, cinnamon, nutmeg, saffron, jasmine petals, nuts, iris rhizomes, oud, patchouli, sandalwood, guaiac, vetiver, labdanum, benzoin, vanilla, tonka beans, musk setters.
Fragrantica says: “Rosendo Mateu crossed borders and brought a vision from the East to the Western market. Rosendo Mateu 4 is a kind of interpretation of the strong aromas and spices of the United Arab Emirates through the sense of smell of a citizen from Barcelona. And it works!” — Cassiano
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