Picked up a long overdue haul from the Dubai Perfume Shop. Picked up some new releases and a truckload of samples which no doubt the kids will acquire 😂 It's gonna take a moment to work through this lot. Honestly my nose went blind on three occasions in store. Have a great weekend brothers 🙏 Full bottles: Aromatic Royal Taboo - French Avenue Amber Empire - French Avenue Qannad - Le Falcone Shouq Le Falcone Prometheus - Ahmed Al Maghribi Intoxicate - Le Fede Samples: Qamarain for Him - Amaran 8th Wonder - French avenue Risala Autograph - Le Falcone Kaaf Noir - Ahmed Al Maghribi Nomad - French Avenue Oud & Roses - Ahmed Al Maghribi An Equestrian Series Pierce - French Avenue An Equestrian Series Haydan - French Avenue Oud Afghano - Ahmed Al Maghribi Shiyaaka Shadow - Khadlaj shiyaaka Snow - Khadlaj Kola -Amaran Kafu Al Roses - Amaran

This 2023 Parfum is the latest premium rework of the 1996 legend, once again crafted by Alberto Morillas. Classed as a Woody Aquatic, it sits neatly between the bright citrus of the original and the colder, metallic edge of Profondo. The vibe is sun‑warmed Mediterranean stone and salt air — fresher than Profondo, but deeper, resinous and more grown‑up than the original EDT . It opens with Bergamot & Marine notes for a crisp, zesty citrus meets a clean, salty‑mineral marine sparkle; no heavy synthetics, just bright, immediate freshness. At its Heart, Rosemary, Clary Sage, & Geranium. Its aromatic, herbal greenness with a soft, subtle floral lift; refined, never sharp, and keeps the scent clean but structured. It finishes off beautifully with Olibanum & Patchouli, smoky, resinous incense adds warmth and mystery, while earthy patchouli anchors it. No extra amber/musk here — just a smooth, lasting, slightly smoky drydown. Performance: 7–8 hours on skin, moderate projection, a gentle scent bubble for the first 2 hours, then a soft, noticeable trail. Office‑friendly, never overpowering. Best in spring/summer, where bergamot and marine shine; the incense/patchouli also works for cool evenings. Versatile daily wear, familiar but with enough depth to stand alone. My Rating: 7.5 / 10 Scent: 2.5 / 3 Longevity: 2 / 3 Sillage: 2 / 3 Y/N: 1 / 1