Indaco by L'Erbolario
Men Women 2017
Description
Indaco by L'Erbolario is a musky floral woody fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2017, this composition features an olfactory pyramid crafted by the perfumer who created it. The top notes unfold with Calabrian bergamot, red berries, pink grapefruit, Brazilian orange, and Sicilian mandarin. The heart reveals Siam benzoin, violet, geranium, Moroccan cedar, Grasse rose, and white magnolia. Finally,…
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Key notes
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Top
Calabrian Bergamot
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Heart
Siam Benzoin
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Base
Cacao Pod
Community
370 votes
- Positive 71%
- Negative 24%
- Neutral 5.1%
The olfactory pyramid
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
933 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Love it
370 votes
Season
Choose severalLeading answer Winter
338 votes
Time of day
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215 votes
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Fragrance profile
About Indaco
Indaco by L’Erbolario is a musky floral woody fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2017, this composition features an olfactory pyramid crafted by the perfumer who created it. The top notes unfold with Calabrian bergamot, red berries, pink grapefruit, Brazilian orange, and Sicilian mandarin. The heart reveals Siam benzoin, violet, geranium, Moroccan cedar, Grasse rose, and white magnolia. Finally, the base notes settle on cacao pod, Indonesian patchouli leaves, Madagascar vanilla, tonka bean, vetiver, amber, and white musk.
Fruits, vegetables and nuts Flowers Spices Woods and mosses Musk, amber and animalic
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
187 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
242 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
116 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Good value
102 votes
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Taurien
When I like a note, I love it to have many facets and blend well. The patchouli in Indaco is very present yet gentle and creamy; it has earthy, camphoraceous, and herbal touches, though what stands out is a chocolatey aspect amplified by bitter cocoa with a powdery hint. It barely smells like anything else, except at the start, which is brighter and spicier. It’s not sweet as the notes suggest. It has moderate sillage and lasts 6-7 hours on skin, leaving a rich scent on clothes noticeable the next day. It’s unisex, winter-appropriate, and only for patchouli lovers in general. Although I am one and liked it, I probably won’t repurchase if I finish it because in my search for the perfect patchouli, it hasn’t stolen my heart (I usually prefer it in sweeter versions). I admit it’s very original. I find nothing in common with Black Orchid, Velvet Orchid by Tom Ford, or Angel Muse by Mugler. Scent 6/10, Longevity 6.5/10, Sillage 7/10, Value for Money 7/10, Versatility 5/10, Packaging 8/10. Would I buy again? Probably not.
Taurien
When I like a note, I want to feel it in all the chords and nuances, and patchouli is my favorite note. In Indaco, it dominates a lot, but it’s friendly and creamy. It has earthy, camphorated, and herbal touches, but what shines is the chocolatey aspect boosted by bitter cocoa with a powdery hint. It smells almost of nothing else, except in the opening, which is cheerful and sparkling. It’s not sweet as the notes suggest. Sillage is moderate and it lasts 6-7 hours on skin, leaving a rich scent on clothes that lingers the next day. It’s totally unisex, eminently winter, and only for lovers of big patchouli. Even though I’m a woman and liked it, I won’t repurchase because in my search for the perfect patchouli, it didn’t steal my heart (I usually prefer it in sweeter versions). It’s very original, but it has nothing to do with Black Orchid, Velvet Orchid by Tom Ford, or Angel Muse by Mugler. Scent: 6/10 Longevity: 6.5/10 Sillage: 7/10 Value: 7/10 Versatility: 5/10 Packaging: 8/10 Would I buy again? Probably not.
Coquita
I got it through an exchange and tested it across different seasons, but ultimately I returned it. I never quite understood it: the first time it smelled like violet and something like melted cola, other times like camphorated patchouli. I never noticed chocolate or cocoa. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, and it doesn’t fit any genre or occasion; it feels more like a piece of art or a failed experiment than a daily wear. I never liked it, but I acknowledge it’s interesting. Pleasant: 4/10 Interesting: 8/10 Versatile: ?/10 Original: 8/10
Candycandy40
What I feel most is a very camphoraceous patchouli, with green vetiver and a touch of vanilla. It happens to me the same as with Angel Muse: I don’t smell the cocoa because the patchouli covers it up. Although for me this is easier and more pleasant to wear than Angel Muse, whose patchouli is sharper. It feels green due to the vetiver and is addictive, ideal for winter or mild spring. It’s a pity that this Italian natural perfumery is almost never talked about; they have good fragrances at excellent prices.
Candycandy40
What really stands out to me is that patchouli with a touch of camphor, blended with a super-green vetiver and a vanilla trail. Like with Angel Muse, the cocoa comes out underneath the patchouli, but here I handle it better because it’s not as sharp as in Mugler. It feels green thanks to the vetiver and is addictive—perfect for winter or crisp spring days. Too bad no one talks about this Italian natural perfumery; they have top-tier fragrances at excellent prices.
Boy.Capel
I think this is one of the best sweet chocolate (not bitter) fragrances I own. It smells like powdered chocolate—sweet but not cloying. The patchouli adds creaminess while the vanilla balances the flavor. If you enjoy soft, non-dense gourmands, you can’t miss out on trying it.