by Berceuse Parfum
Allegretto 7.2 by Berceuse Parfum delivers a sharply enigmatic character with a dominant mint-woody-green opening and a persistent smokiness, evoking the sensation of a damp forest after a fire. The initial burst is intense—kerosene-like and sharp, with mint clashing with green, smoky, and resinous notes. Over time, the fragrance mellows into a layered, slightly astringent dry-down, where vanilla and a lingering balsamic sweetness weave through the wood smoke. It transforms from an assault on the senses into a quietly haunting presence, best appreciated in hotter weather, though some find it overwhelming even then. The scent evolves dramatically throughout the day, with ylang ylang and benzoin revealing themselves in subtle phases, creating a complex, multi-dimensional performance. The scent feels entirely unorthodox—dark, textured, and cinematic, drawing comparisons to a smoky forest after a storm or a film score unfolding in real time.