Year: 2008
Notes: yuzu, bitter orange, kumquat, mint, verbena, neroli, green bamboo, cedar, white musk
Influenced by Japanese civilisation, both ancient and modern, Yuzu Fou is a woody-citrus release that ventures into Eau de Cologne territory.
Opening with a tart and leafy-green citrus aroma, the yuzu isn't as prominent as originally expected. And while the kumquat adds a faint exotic dimension, the citrus-packed top notes are merely a fleeting prelude to what is largely a verbena, mint and cedar offering. Embellished with green bamboo and soft vegetal nuances, Yuzu Fou comes across as a modern rendition of Balmain's Monsieur Balmain.
With good longevity, its bittersweet minty-citrus demeanour is reasonably pleasant. However, it tends to remain linear once the citrus introduction has largely dissipated. All in all, it's a respectable release but there are more worthwhile fragrances from this French niche house.
Opening with a tart and leafy-green citrus aroma, the yuzu isn't as prominent as originally expected. And while the kumquat adds a faint exotic dimension, the citrus-packed top notes are merely a fleeting prelude to what is largely a verbena, mint and cedar offering. Embellished with green bamboo and soft vegetal nuances, Yuzu Fou comes across as a modern rendition of Balmain's Monsieur Balmain.
With good longevity, its bittersweet minty-citrus demeanour is reasonably pleasant. However, it tends to remain linear once the citrus introduction has largely dissipated. All in all, it's a respectable release but there are more worthwhile fragrances from this French niche house.
