I first obtained Azzaro's Azzaro pour Homme in 1994 as part of a set of miniatures, and it instantly became a favorite of mine. It's funny now to look back and realize that I was wearing this very "distinguished gentleman" scent as a teenager, but I didn't know the rules, and I wasn't aware that I was supposed to be wearing Young Guy sporty scents.
Azzaro pour Homme is gorgeous, and just as wearable today as it was during its heyday in the 1980's -- in fact, Luca Turin gave this fragrance five stars in his 2008 compendium, Perfumes: The Guide, and called it "the finest aromatic [fougere] ever."
It is a barbershop fragrance (created with the help of Richard Wirtz, of Maurer & Wirtz, which also gave us the beautiful Tabac), with plenty of sharp edges provided by cedar, sage, juniper, patchouli, and basil, but softened by gentle lavender, creamy amber, and sweet tonka bean. There may be a hint of bergamot, but only in the distance, helping to brighten the overall bouquet.
It is a barbershop fragrance (created with the help of Richard Wirtz, of Maurer & Wirtz, which also gave us the beautiful Tabac), with plenty of sharp edges provided by cedar, sage, juniper, patchouli, and basil, but softened by gentle lavender, creamy amber, and sweet tonka bean. There may be a hint of bergamot, but only in the distance, helping to brighten the overall bouquet.
The star of the show however (pun intended), is the star anise that gives Azzaro pour Homme its signature spicy scent. The final, fully bloomed aroma is warm, well-lathered, fresh, and comforting.
Despite the fact that I wore it in my teens, it is probably best reserved for men who are past their "clubbing" phase and are ready to enjoy the pleasures of the good life. It may be suitable for officewear, but go light on the pump. Azzaro pour Homme projects a good distance, and provides solid longevity in the 7-8 hour range.
9/10 stars.
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