Cedar Essence by Ferrari
Men 2014
Description
Ferrari Cedar Essence is an aromatic woody fragrance for men. Launched in 2014, the nose behind this composition is Nathalie Feisthauer. The top notes are mint, orange, and lime (green lemon); the heart notes evoke marine nuances, cedar needles, and watermelon; while the base notes settle on cedar, patchouli, crystal amber, and coffee.
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Key notes
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Top
mint
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Heart
marine notes
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Base
cedar
Community
239 votes
- Positive 73%
- Negative 20%
- Neutral 7.5%
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
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Leading answer Like it
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Season
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Time of day
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Fragrance profile
About Cedar Essence
Ferrari Cedar Essence is an aromatic woody fragrance for men. Launched in 2014, the nose behind this composition is Nathalie Feisthauer. The top notes are mint, orange, and lime (green lemon); the heart notes evoke marine nuances, cedar needles, and watermelon; while the base notes settle on cedar, patchouli, crystal amber, and coffee.
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
152 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
224 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally masculine
61 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Good value
55 votes
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Community reviews
5 reviews
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Well, it has a woody touch, but not enough to say ‘wow, smells like cedar.’ Not even close. Salvatore Ferragamo Pour Homme smells like pure cedar compared to this. In Zara’s Sublime Cedar, you actually notice the wood. A fragrance with ‘cedar’ in the name that doesn’t smell like it feels like a marketing trick. I’m not saying it’s bad, but to me it sounds like Invictus. It’s curious that Invictus came out in 2013 and this Cedar Essence in 2014.
To be honest: the bottle is elegant and the packaging is too, but the scent is like eating tamales while wearing a suit and tie. The composition feels cheap, and the first impression reminded me of Jaguar Evolution. Exactly the same sweet base mixed with marine notes. Scent 6, longevity 6, projection 5, price 7.
Very interesting for those who don’t know cedar well. It starts with a powerful, green, fresh, and spicy scent from cedar and mint mixing with amber, leading to that vintage yet modern vibe. The freshness of citrus and the green bean coffee note alongside patchouli appear sharp at times; it’s a dry scent, like Armand Basi Wild Forest. Now, the watermelon and marine notes aren’t perceptible. Its projection and scent are excellent, and you can tell the quality lasts about 5 hours with a good trail. This fragrance reminds me of the classics my grandfather used, those intense French fougères that left a trail at home; I liked that a fragrance can transport you to beautiful memories. It has similarities with Cartier Pasha and Armand Basi Wild Forest. I don’t usually give age ranges, but I think mature people who aren’t swayed by hype and know what they want will appreciate it more.
Finally tried this collection. I’ve publicly stated I’m a fan of this house, despite any bad reviews it might have, which is just a matter of taste, I suppose. That makes me seem less impartial (will someone be prejudiced against a brand that’s more or less impartial? it’s all a matter of perspective). So here’s my take: 1) I liked it. 2) I didn’t know cedar well as an isolated note, now I love it. 3) It’s a bit more mature than Essence Musk, for ages 30 to 50. 4) I would buy it. 5) It’s elegant and ideal for daytime events with some formality. 6) Another point for Il Cavallino Rampante!
I’ll keep it brief on Ferrari perfumes: they’re doing just fine making cars…