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Dronov1985 – :
The god dang Germans got nothing to do with it! This here scent is mighty good, the nose is a genius. Not my nose but Michel Almairac the nose. This smells like a good catacomb labrynth concrete musty area with very little light. Reminds me I need to go on a goood expedition somewhere, I’m an expeditionist at heart
NiFoNT – :
if someone says a scent smells disgustive and truely revolting and old man and whatever – I just think it has to be good.
I havent tried this but I want to, I will at some point try it.
Paloma Picasso for women I have smellt, and that one is incredible, so I just wonder what the men’s is like.
I see this is made by Michael Almairac, who I think also made Joop!, Zino, and Dunhill Red for men. all of those have a sweet candy scent in them though the scents are certainly different – well joop and red are more similar and zino is the adult version, and is very very nice.
but maybe this is sweet too. and sweet is fine, i like those other scents, zino the most, and joop is very cool, dunhill red is nice, but the least amazing of the 3 for me. I am really into orientals right now. Paloma Picasso for women is a real nice oriental scent.
foy429speagoessenda – :
What an opening! Minotaure opens herbaceous, screechy and slightly pissy. It is this chaotic opening that sets up the beauty of the fragrance, after the strong opening dissipates we are treated to a sweet fruity amber with aldehydes, vanilla and tonka swirling around.
As we hit the mid notes there is a certain warmth exuded by this fragrance; sandalwood and musk come through giving Minotaure warmer depth. As this composition evolves we are treated to some floral freshness with jasmine and rose and a bit more woods with some cedar. As the base of this scent hits we realize that Minotaure is as rich as it is complex. This is a statement fragrance, and it says; “Sophistication and class without trying too hard!”.
Minotaure is great for late fall early spring and sings in a cooler climate. This can be worn by both sexes and does well in the office but would be better served during evenings or weekends. Minotaure is very chic and very French, so definitely use it when your attire has been carefully chosen and you are aiming to impress. Give Minotaure a few sprays when gallivanting with a special someone and getting lost and making memories is on the agenda.
artemarti – :
I first got a sample of Minotaur a few years ago after I was told that it was similar to and a bit stronger than Niko’s Sculpture. I do feel it was stronger back then, but I can’t say for sure.
I finally baught a bottle of Minotaur this year as I really liked how much more woody it is in relation to Nikos Sculpture. It has a similar opening with less citrus and more fruit. Sometimes it opens up really well but there are days where the opening is a bit medicine like for some reason. The first few minutes don’t blow me out of the water, but it’s when it dries that this fragrance comes to life. The woody cedar and sandalwood notes merge with the sweet vanilla tonka notes into a well blended creamy scent that works really well on my skin. I even pick up a subtle more acidic, spicy, vinegary scent in there too.
Overall I really like this fragrance. I can definitely see the resemblance to Nikos Sculpture and it even last longer. But I must say, as much as I enjoy Minotaur, I still think Sculpture is a better fragrance.
Minotaur is definitely better blended but Sculpture is just much more versatile and more fun. Sculpture is more multifaceted where as Minotaur is a bit more monotonous. Nikos has better projection, especially in the opening but doesn’t last that long. Ultimately the citrus and the metal notes in Sculpture give it that extra depth. Also Sculpture has a much better presentation(Minotaur feels a bit cheap) and price point.
None the less, this is definitely one of my favorites right now, and I can definitely see the differences to Sculpture.
3.75/5
Julalb – :
This fragrance remains one of my favourites. Unlike Fahrenheit which has changed so much that I can’t recognise it, Minotaure is still very true to the original. Not for everyone but for me it takes me back to when it was first released every time I smell it. Very unique and masculine.
timoxa747 – :
Absolutely beautiful!!!
10 out of 10
ka-style1978 – :
Fruity, warm, creamy and uplifting.
The opening is slightly septic with lots of aldehydes and spices, most of all the tarragon shines through. When the heart kicks in after about 30 minutes you are rewarded with floral lavender and geranium and after about an hour comes the excellent great fruity, leathery and woody base – the creamy sandalwood and fruits is what’s most prominent. It’s sweet and spicy at the same time – and also floral, leathery and woodsy at the same time and the composition is finally completed with oranges, vanilla and amber. Masculine yet sweet. Somewhere in between the layers I also get the scent of rain after a thunder storm. The bottle is awesome too.
This labyrinth is well worth investigating.
fush78 – :
I was lucky enough to score an unopened vintage 1998 Tester bottle of Minotaur, and man, I’m glad I did. To my nose, it comes across as a pretty singular, well-blended scent. It is a warm, glowing, orange-amber with honeyed accents and a pleasant plasticky feel to it. A substantial muskiness envelopes the amber, holding it down in the base and lending a sensual feeling to the scent. The musk is warm, kind of dense or thick, but devoid of any animalic skank or unpleasant elements. Instead, it’s blended with a tonka-infused sandalwood accord creating a creamy, fuzzy-woody texture. Overall, it’s an alluring oriental reminiscent of certain olfactory trends of the 90’s, however it avoids smelling dated due to the fact that it’s a rather fresh, smooth composition, able to stand on its own as a quality release. In fact, I almost want to say that Minotaur is ahead of its time. The closest I’ve seen to it in recent years is Maison Francis Kurkdjian APOM Pour Homme (A Piece of Me), which presents a similarly glowing, orange amber. The difference is that APOM feels intentional and sort of forced–it wears conspicuously, with niche characteristics applied to what ought to be a designer perfume–while Minotaur seems more or less effortless–a quality release at ease in its era, and now something of a timeless cult-classic. Performance is above average on all fronts. This one projects very well and lasts a long time. While I have not tried the current version of Minotaur, I imagine it suffers the same pitfalls as all modern-day reformulations–i.e., it’s thinner, less complex and less bold, and with a weaker performance all around. However, that’s just a guess. Still, if you can manage to find a vintage bottle of Minotaur, go for it. While I can’t speak for the modern iteration, I can tell you that the Vintage juice is definitely worth the trip back in time, and feels just as at-home now as it did in 1992.
Maxik21 – :
I never wore Minotaure when it first came out, but I remember it being a loud spicy scent from my tests. Current offering is a far cry. A true shame.
That being said, the beauty of Minotaure is in the drydown and how different tonka beans and vanilla are used here. Nowadays both notes are used to suffocate you by piling the gourmand BS and making you smell like you are a freaking cupcake or an after dinner liqueur. Here, they are beautifully blended with herbs to provide a spicy, yet fresh juice. It’s warm and simultaneously fresh. It’s sweet but it is not wimpy. Try it out, it is extremely affordable.
Smell great, my friends.
9375365510 – :
I’m so sad by the death of this masterpiece. It deserved to be around for always. Such a shame…
marlok – :
I was fortunate to get a half full 2.5oz bottle of the vintage formula off eBay for $13. That alone is a steal of a treasure!
With that said, Minotaure definitely has a dated vibe about it even though the fruity aspect is very much modern. There’s a dated musk I associate with my grandfather or “mature men” I remember from the 90s.
Even with that dated musky-leather vibe, the fruit melange accord is VERY modern… it smells like something you’d purchase on a designer level for men. It’s a very sexy type of fruit that slants towards citrus, but there are definitely some berry fruits in there, too.
I’ll have to keep wearing this to give a better review. I’m just very happy to secure a vintage bottle!
Xoxo,
Myke
Qerdf3eererdf – :
When the original constituents aren’t used, a good synthetic will ‘trick’ your olfactory senses. Neat idea, but with something so subjective as scent; the results can only be interpreted by the individual.
Describing colour and scent is only begging for comparison and existing examples.
I bought the re-formulated version blind; and although not to my taste, I can see how it might have appeal for lovers of all things obtuse and contrary.
It’s a maddening series of peaks and troughs, exclusive to the wearer. Burnt vanilla and citrus ghosts; almost to the point of cloying until a musty leather smoke envelops the whole performance. Just when you think you can’t take it anymore, the sweet acidic glow returns to take the edge off.
If the intention was to marry allegory with a sensual experience for the wearer, it works.
As a showpiece, it would need a very specific audience, and at close range.
I would be curious to experience the original formulation, and can only recommend testing before purchase to make sure you really want to play in the Labyrinth that they have created here.
Edit/Update:
Initially put aside as ‘not my style’, this scent certainly has an element of enchantment; and I find myself reaching for it more and more.
I think new pathways are formed with this scent; and once the synthetic smokiness has cleared, there is a complimentary element to the wearer’s own chemistry.
Enigmatic is certainly a term that springs to mind.
There’s a mysterious and very sensual aspect to this, which I have now warmed to after spending more time in the labyrinth housing this experience. It will love you, but it certainly doesn’t need you, and that may not work the other way around.
Again, test before purchase, but do give this one a chance if there’s a half-god, half-beast lurking inside your soul somewhere. Spend some time there and it might surprise your waking self.
digorec77 – :
Love it, one of my favorites, a great Michel Almairac creation, as good as Joop Homme. Long lasting with heavy to moderate sillage, it is creamy, caramelly, even a bit spicy, and main notes on my skin are tonka, amber, sandalwood, which makes the scent very creamy, as well as fruits, greens and coriander. Top notch.
slav82_10 – :
Nothing memorable. Sweet floral until the drydown when it turns into a woody vanilla. Poor performance.
I have to apologize. This actually has decent performance,for some reason with the passage of time it was getting stronger. Weird huh?
jokker94 – :
This smells like Nikos Sculpture for men, and Roma by Laura Biggiotti. It is a decadent 90s smell. Fresh and very berry, juniper like. Beautiful smell. When ever I have worn it people are always is awe of it. Minotaur the original scent which this and laura Biggiotti is based on is touch better.
ADIL M.M. – :
The opening is just superb. Really can get a blast of the smoothed down citrus. There is a unique edge to it, sweet herbal, a little odd but attractive. An ozone element is there, which was I think rather avant garde for the day. This is not an easy perfume, nor is it for all, but it holds many facets within it note upon note coming up.
_WEST_ – :
Oh Minotaure – the first aftershave I ever loved. So different now they reformulated it without the genuine sandalwood. Wonder if they’ll ever change it back to its superb 90’s formulation. Here’s hoping. . .
onedPiofids – :
used it a long time ago when made by cosmair..discovered again after being informed it was one of Bowie’s favourite scents, fruity oriental sandalwood which has lost its thickness and roundenss, it is still a good scent even after reform!
artyr222 – :
i don’t know what the current version smells like but i bought the original 90s formula on ebay for 30 bucks and i love it. A nice clean fruity opening and a soft sandalwood drydown. Fruity sandalwood. At first i thought it was ok nothing special now i really love it and want to get more. Unique pleasant inexpensive frag.
ecy772InsuffBooni – :
Powdery sublime magic!
I just bought a 75cl bottle in the c/ San Miguel street of Torremolinos, near Malaga from the perfumery of the same name. They have 2 testers left at €30.
I got my last bottle of GPH 1 here two years ago before it disappeared forever. Good people.
Lillian_fromAC – :
David Bowie used to wear this, it should be magical
kotm – :
I still remember the first time I smelled this fragrance. It was a sample in one of my Mom’s magazines (Cosmopolitan I think, haha) and omg, it was the first time I can remember feeling that special tingling sensation because of a scent. It’s also the first time I bought a “men’s” fragrance for myself. It’s been years since I smelled it, so I can’t really go into detail about the notes, but I vividly remember how amazing it was. To me the bergamot, sandalwood, vanilla, amber, and cedar are most prominent, but it is way more than the sum of its parts. It’s warm, fresh, and extremely sensual, and it will always be one of my most favorite fragrances.
Whoever mentioned a comparison to the original Joop and Zino fragrances is on to something, because they are also two of my early favorites.
Pocomaxa – :
This fragrance from the early 90’s was pure dirty, warm, lusty, sensuous, sex in a bottle. The deep, warm masculine scent had a very sexual appeal to me. I have never been excited over most men’s colognes before but when I smelled this, it was instant lust! I immediately bought it for my mate then, and with the mixture of his body chemistry and this scent, it was nothing short of pure abandoned heat! lol
It’s a woodsy, jasmine, vanilla heavy deep scent that has no notes that irritate my sinuses like many colognes affect me.
I don’t think this would be a great scent for a woman..way too earthy and heavy I think. It’s definitely a very male animalistic scent.
I’ve never smelled it on anyone else, so don’t know how it would be on another person.
I had never seen this advertised, only saw it at the counter in the dept store.
It’s certainly knocked out every men’s scent in cologne I’ve ever smelled before or since. It’s not something I think would be worn every day as a general all around cologne, but of other occasions, it would be most welcome.
paxan-pashtet – :
How unusual. This opened with a smell of riding horses for me, leather saddle, fresh sweat, animalic. It is a certainly very rich cologne, warming, softly masculine.
I find it comforting, it’s not a show stopper.
I imagine a self confident man wearing this, he has nothing to prove, and doesn’t need to advertise his smell to everyone.
Roma 11 – :
This is really nice if you don’t mind a soft performance. I could see myself reaching for this on a sunny, spring day.
efremov5 – :
This is not how the labyrinth or the beast dwelling inside smelled like.
This is how ancient Knossos, after Theseus’s sword and Ariadne’s thread delivered it from its horned plight smelled like.
This is how a sandalwood ship, beaming her eyesome graciousness while sailing on an primordial sea smelled like.
This is how seven lads and seven maidens crowned with flower wreaths, dancing and falling in love on her deck, for their lives had just been spared, smelled like.
This is how the breath of ancient gods smelled like.
This is how the sidereal veils over Crete, bedecked by the beast’s blood, whose real name was Asterion (starry), smelled like.
This is how Paloma Picasso’s fragmented memories, in the morning after a febrile dream about a heroic antiquity smelled like.
This is how an unparalleled specimen of audacious perfumery smelled like.
This is how my reveries about early ’90s trysts, adumbrated by the shadow of time smelled like.
Dare to be a modern Theseus and tame this beast of yore.
The Ariadnes of this world shall hold your hand for all time…
sawkaYa – :
The original was one state of the art perfume! It was so masculine and sexy,pure lust and desire. Really when in the 90’s I smell this in the air I was sexually excited..it was a magic poison,this scream:” Danger! Girls there is a true beastly handsome viril masculine prince of darkness around,who will come and seduce you with only one look and you will be lost in his trap” and my answer was “oh I can’t wait!!!” This smell a very sensual tall and muscular hairy vampire with long hair,bear and kajal eyes. IT’S warm,rich,powerfull and aromatic oriental-woody-leather-flower-earthy,a trip in foreign,dangerous and far lands were women are not safe. I think that is not a perfume for all men,only true masculine confident and sensual men whom have not fear to seduce and wants show their sex appeal (not the egocentric style of some fitness enthusiast at all) and makes women happy . Casanova style.A barbarian, an arab prince ,a greek god. To me is very similar in feelings with Kouros. Minotaure is more oriental and mediterranean atmosphere.
serg200970 – :
The original was one state of the art perfume! It was so masculine and sexy,pure lust and desire. Really when in the 90’s I smell this in the air I was sexually excited..it was a magic poison,this scream:” Danger! Girls there is a true beastly handsome viril masculine prince of darkness around,who still come and seduce you with only one look and you will be lost in his trap” and my answer was “oh I can’t wait!!!” This smell a very sensual tall and muscular hairy vampire with long hair,bear and kajal eyes. IT’S warm,rich,powerfull and aromatic oriental-woody-leather-flower-earthy,a trip in foreign,dangerous and far lands were women are not safe. I think that is not a perfume for all men,only true masculine confident and sensual men whom have not fear to seduce and wants show their sex appeal (not the egocentric style of some fitness enthusiast at all) and makes women happy . Casanova style.A barbarian, an arab prince ,a greek god. To me is very similar in feelings with Kouros. Minotaure is more oriental and mediterranean atmosphere.
otdrremontkv – :
A shame that this gorgeous fruity woody oriental attracts so much hate. No doubt due to its emergence in the early 1990’s amidst the shift from power scents to masculine fresh-cleans (CK’s Eternity, CK’s Escape, Davidoff’s Cool Water, etc.).
Don’t be distracted by its roots and related legacy. This mouth-watering scent is still at the top of my list, and every bit deserving of its ubiquitous presence upon release. Given the rarity of good fruity woody orientals, it’s a decidedly good predecessor to YSL’s L’Homme…but in no way eclipsed by it.
I’d personally say the journey on this goes from citrus to vanilla to leather, though others perceive it very differently. Very few fragrances are so prolific as to stand out as fresh-cleans while doubling successfully as woody orientals, but this one really does, and is about as diverse as it gets. Good for all occasions, but perhaps best as casual temperate evening wear.
The current formulation in circulation by Luxury Products LLC may be a tad lighter than the original by Cosmair, but still offers above average longevity and average projection for me. While the larger 125ml flacon is currently discontinued, the 75ml is still affordably available as are several accessories.
★★★½ (out of ★★★★).
vetl151515 – :
Honestly I wasn’t really interested in Minotaure until I read nero77’s review. What a gorgeous description! I like to think of myself as a passionate, “bon vivant” sort of guy, so of course I had to try it.
The fragrance starts off with somewhat screechy aldehydes and galbanum, but quickly mellows out into a lightly spicy, fruity-vanilla scent. I feel weird describing Minotaure as fruity-vanilla, since our current fragrance market is absolutely overloaded with these bland fruity-sweet scents that I’m sure we’re all familiar with. But we must consider what men’s fragrances were like in 1992 — Le Male and A*Men weren’t around yet. 1992 is still releasing 80s-style powerhouses like Safari by Ralph Lauren and Pasha de Cartier. With that in mind, Minotaure is a very different and bold take on a mens fragrance.
Minotaure’s advertisements and bottle design are stylish and compelling. It is an EdT but performs more like an EdC as far as longevity. It also came in an unusually wide variety of ancillary products – shaving cream, shower gel, aftershave balm, and even a circular bar of soap that came with cool plastic case. I enjoyed getting to experience Minotaure and wouldn’t mind owning it if I happen to stumble upon a bottle.
NUSHA – :
Blind bought this, due to the good reviews and I always have a soft spot for orientals. Glad I did, this is a warm, sweet and wonderful fruit salad combined with vanilla and some early alcohol. There is also an earthy note in the recipe. To bad the projection and duration is so poor. I never got to try the original version which apparently had some better stamina. However, I like Minotaure a lot and will place it on my favorite fragrances shelf. Update: This stuff is so addicting, I could just sit and sniff it all day long. Wish it had more power…
Update2: I had the good fortune to find myself a bottle of the original Cosmair-branded Minotaure. I’m no grand master of notes but I would describe the new version as sweeter, brighter, more booze and the original is more complex, a tad spicier and dirtier, also a soapy, smoky vibe that’s missing in the new formula. Could that come from genuine sandalwood? Drydown makes me think of JPG Le Mâle. I’m not saying that one of them is the better smelling, à chacun son goût. I actally appreciate the freshness of the new Minotaure, a little like a sport-flanker. But, and most important, what makes the original Minotaure the clear winner is quality. It has decent projection and longevity while the new has nothing of that. It is terribly weak, 6 sprays on the chest are all gone in no time. Let’s hope L’Oreal will release the Intense Minotaure in a near future!
karbofos – :
Hi Guys,
If you want to try an identical fragrance from this perfume try Lois Varel Secret Style. It’s dramatically identical in smell and customers who buy this perfume don’t even know it smells like minotaure but it’s just incredibly similar. In my opinion the smell it’s a powdery fresh scent to be use well dressed for example with dress at least with a dress shirt and a dress pants, i don’t recommend for a casual wear even though it’s not forbidden just not recommended. I have worked on the perfume industry for over 10 years and i have experience perfumes since my first year in the business. Till this day i know people who work in the industry but don’t know much because they don’t smell and experience every perfume, on the other hand i can say i have rated many perfumes even though I might not like them i rate them by couple of things like quality if they last long, uniqueness, and of course the presentation. This perfume it’s unique and if you think it’s too expensive I would defenitely recommend to try the Secret Style by Lois Varel.
Swimbol – :
This is my signature scent and TRUST ME WHEN I SAY…. If the bottle doesn’t sY COSMAIR. On the bottom or on the box it is a re formulation missing several key notes that will not last long at all and smells putrid. On the other hand u get the Cosmair one and WOW. You’ll be a bit dizzy from all the sniffing you’ll be doing to yourself! Amazing scent get it while u can there’s too many re formulations out there. Funny thing is the majority of my favorite scented like this as well as joop! Homme desire dunhill RED and zino by David off (with script style Davidoff) are all made by my favorite nose Michel Almariac!!!!
serge1988 – :
Unforgettable… one sexy beast!
Pablo Picasso was a passionate man. He lived according to his passions, emotions and desires… life, art, women, he enjoyed everything (he was also a controversial and difficult type of man). Throughout his work he featured the theme of a “Minotaure”, a mythical beast half-man and half-bull. It was often said that to Picasso this was his alter-ego. His “inner” persona, the animalic “beast” inside every man. Nearly 20 years after his death, his daughter Paloma released a fragrance inspired by this very personal theme of her father’s work. The “inner” personality of her father.
Minotaure is quite a unique fragrance to me. It’s a heady cocktail of vanilla, musk, fruits and citrus… with strange notes for a male fragrance, like lily-of-the-valley, aldehydes, galbanum. It’s such a mythical beast!
I cannot describe every single note here but it is blended really well. I get a “vibe”, of sweetness, warmth, sensuality, and human sweat. It’s sweet and candy-like, but also somehow masculine. I think this perfume represents the loving, caring, sexy nature inside every man. Like male sexuality under a strong, physical exterior. You can imagine a man who has just been swimming in the Mediterranean, coming out of the water, embracing a girl. They lie down on the beach, in the hot sun… there is a basket of fruit beside them. The smell of flowers and her perfume mixed with his warm body still wet from the sea. This really is a classic fragrance for men and it’s one I enjoy wearing.
I have found that this works better in cooler weather, as I once sprayed too much of this in the high heat and it was overwhelming. I think the salty, musky mix of amber & vanilla, fruits and sweat is very intoxicating. I also think that (due to the wide range of notes) this could be worn by a woman – in the same way Habit Rouge could. This reminds me of a mix between Habit Rouge and Aqua di Gio by Armani. But it’s so nice! Wonderful use of vanilla in a very sexy, raw, Mediterranean & masculine way. Try it out if you get the chance to!
викитор – :
Reading notes and reviews I was naively supposing that it would be simple fruity masculine frag with no pretences as such.
Well, I was wrong
Minotaure is not sweet boy-next-door. Its mostly galbanum, tarragon, coriander, with a fair amount of aldehydes, BUT , what makes a difference, all these sour ingredients served to you with very cunning vanilla-musky smile by a waiter with face of Dorian Gray..
Its a beast, with face of charmer, don’t be fooled. Its very dangerous, very unique fragrance for men and women, who prefer a walk across a cemetery, discussing Greek mythology during date, rather than going to zoo or watching a comedy.
PESOK1980 – :
Yes, this is very similar to Roma Uomo. Same sweetness but this one is a little bit manlier due to added light leather note. I would prefer this one over L. Biagiotti’s perfume because Minotaure was created 3 years earlier – it is the more original one. If you like vanilla-based sweet scents like Le Male try this
Jay_simpson – :
The original formulation relied heavily on natural sandalwood, which today is almost as endangered as rhinoceros horn or tiger bones. Insisting on natural sandalwood just to smell great cannot be justified. But don’t besmirch Minotaure’s memory with that horrible re-issue* either. That, as well, cannot be justified.
So, let us bid adieu to Minotaure. It was one of the greats. I still have a tiny, tiny bit left in a bottle, a remnant of my college days, probably no more than 2ml. I’m saving it for Christmas this year, and then it shall be no more.
Farewell, old friend. Maybe someday I’ll see you again at the Osmotheque…between two other greats, Zino Davidoff and YSL pour homme.
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* – The synthetic sandalwood (I’m guessing it’s either bacdanol or ebanol or sandalore or both) employed gives me a headache and is much too sweet with no depth.
10/11/2014: LOL! I spoke too soon. Nobody else was bidding on a full vintage Minotaure from Cosmair on eBay. So, I won it for a few pennies short of $40, shipping included. True story! Happy days 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂
free forex ea – :
I’d describe this as a “fresh winter fragrance.” Although there are much heavier winter scents that I would wear in the summer, this just seems so out of place in the heat. It’s fruity, and linen-cloth crisp, but there’s one note that really classifies this as winter only. It’s so strange to me. Boozy, fruity, crisp, and slightly leathery, this cacophony of notes simply doesn’t fit the bill for a wearable fragrance. This review is based on a sample that I received recently.
ragib – :
I like this one, top to bottom, not that expensive either.
Floral, woody, sweet, pretty good.
999moroz999 – :
Love at 1st sniff. Wonderful orange/vanilla/woody blend. Reminds me of Burberry Brit but more refined. Projects well and sillage is good. I have bought this several times as it is great for everyday wear. I have gotten plenty of compliments as well.
Skydaynek – :
The new formulation can be compared to Theseus: it killed the Minotaure! The ugly plastic spray valve symbolizes the degradation: cheap, low ambition, common. The original was a beautiful, original and memorable perfume. It is, sadly, only a memory for me now.
ogo100 – :
It’s already in production already, available only in 75ml EDT spray.
allpowerful – :
A nice woody oriental with a bit of fruit and some booze, almost like our friend Zino skipped his sour topnotes and then got drunk. It has a little of the cherry aura that I get from Dunhill (2003) and a few others. Unfortunately it’s weak, and my vial is tiny so I don’t feel like going for broke with it. Still, I can tell that the wood is the licorecey, aged, thickly varnished sort that you get from things like Tommy Bahama; it’s just not as unpleasantly resinous to me as TB. The basenotes on my fingers are a lot more vanilla-focused, which is nice, leading to a closer kinship with Zino. What’s strange, though, is I could have sworn I was blown away by this stuff when I tried it before, that it was exactly how I like my spiced woods to be done, but I may just be confusing it with Nemo. I could do without the cherry and licorice, but since they recede a bit in the base, I’ll begrudgingly give this a thumbs up.
qxe865speagoessenda – :
I don’t know about the new formulation because i have not smelled it and it is difficult to find it on the market but the vintage perfume was absolutely awesome.I used this aprox 15 years ago and got always compliments.
Simply Memorable!!!
li0n4ik – :
My first review, I do not get the hype of this fragrance at all, after reading many reviews of how similar this is to Roma Uomo I had to buy it. Big dissapointment YES it has a similar scent to Roma Uomo but more like a watered down version the longevity is very poor and sillage very weak, I could not smell this an hour after spraying it on. In my opinion a poor mans Roma Uomo.
Pneumsorienue – :
The orig 1990’s formula of Minotaure by Paloma Picasso had a magnificent dry down of orange/fruity notes, vanilla, & leather … my most fav scent of all time. Unfortunately, Mino lost its mojo when it was discontinued & then brought back in limited production with artificial sandalwood.
Balepka – :
Call my nose blind but I smell this warm vanilla even to say chocolate feel to it gotta be the tonka bean and amber combination and vanilla and musk
Chernostepenniy – :
nice perfume, should get more respect.
esinvalera56 – :
This is the best fragrance for men EVER!!
It is so soft and warm. It´s hard to find it, so when by chance we found it at any store, we buy it.
This fragrance has its own personality and it´s muy husband signature fragrance.
KAFPREARI – :
Galbanum and aldehydes—one of my favorite fragrances (Imari) shares these and other notes with Minotaur, so I was excited to try this fragrance. Of course, saying that is like saying “ooh, he has blonde hair and blue eyes; I’m sure he’ll be hot.” Plenty of us get into blind-buy trouble with that line of thought! Fortunately, this was a gift, so a risk-free trial.
Minotaur starts with a sharp note of pine followed quickly by lemon zest; v