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nerlion – :
Tuscany falls in line with the old school, barbershop fragrances I tend to love. It opens with a nice citrus that never completely dies, but it does move to the background. There is some of the original Aramis here, but it is subtle and updated.
It sits very close to my skin, but it lasts a nice long time. If you are in to classic men’s fragrances, I’d say this is a nice addition to a collection.
ysq783intitytek – :
I tried liking this one, but I really think its more for the older crowd. I am contemplating selling it but i’m not sure anyone of the people around me will care for it.
Kortes9191 – :
Years ago, I had a sleazy manager at my job that wore this. He was from the “old boys club” and was always highly inappropriate when it came to diversity. Typical late 30s/early 40s man with a body that was once super fit, but is now getting thicker with all the eating out and drinking.
As much as I couldn’t stand him, he had this super sexy trail lingering around him. Finally, I walked in to his office and asked him what on earth he was wearing. He stated it was Tuscany. He stated he found his “dad’s bottle” and has been using it ever since. I’m guessing he’s a “1 spray” type of user.
Fast forward to now, I decided to pick up some Tuscany for cheap! Well, I don’t think this is the scent my boss was wearing. What I smelled on him was absolutely of carnal knowledge and truly sexy (yes, I can separate a fragrance from its user).
Tuscany is zesty, lemon fresh that borders being like lemon kitchen cleaner. Over-sprayed, it becomes super soapy. It’s okay, but not anything I reached for after a week of owning it.
stalk – :
There are definitely similarities to Azzaro Pour Homme (which I love and own), but Tuscany is MUCH more soft and MUCH less sharp and nasally. In my opinion it is much more mass appealing than APH and thus less likely to offend. Longevity is decent although not necessarily a strength, but this quickly becomes a skin scent on me.
I picked up Tuscany and Devin on clearance a few months ago. While i find Devin off-putting, Tuscany is a winner.
Summary: a more office-friendly Azzaro PH.
Tootteacromma – :
Where I draw the line on scents like Drakkar Noir and Azzaro Pour Homme, I find comfort in classics like Armani Eau Pour Homme and Aramis Tuscany. It’s far from being considered a “powerhouse”. It’s very tame and almost lighter than most current releases. I also wouldn’t label it to be “old school” because its elements are still heavily utilized in modern perfumery (specifically niche/EXPENSIVE releases). The scent is very light airy and unpretentious. Fizzy lemon, lavender and her s. It’s incredibly clean smelling and masculine due to its reserved nature. You could bottle it in a Le Labo bottle and they could dish the same price. For $15, I say it’s a win.
zze003speagoessenda – :
I like it very much, however in the same category I think Azzaro Pour Homme is even better, more complex and refined with a better dry-down.
Tuscany has a bit of an alcohol smell at the beginning and the dry-down is very shaving foam soapy.
I like it, but yes Azzaro Pour Homme is the best for me.
dli907intitytek – :
Aramis Tuscany reminds me of the old 80’s version of Aramis for some reason, which in turn brings back fond memories of my dear old Pop. He used to rock the living shit out of the OG Aramis – maybe too hard sometimes. 😉 But that and an old brown leather driving coat were his “thing” back in the day. So to me, Aramis smells of a damn good man and a rarity in these troubled times.
Like the original Aramis, Tuscany can seem a bit dated at the top, but if you give it a little time, it settles into something pretty fabulous and layerable too. Sharp leather, with a subtle layer of non-distinct citrus and a noticeable dash of anise and caraway collectively produce this work of olfactory badassery. It speaks to boldness, confidence and fearlessness in the face of danger – badass but not really “bad” at the same time. I imagine the likes of Raymond Reddington of the Blacklist wearing something like this.
saiu1975 – :
Wore this when it first came out as a teenager and really forgot what it smelled like. It’s so was so cheap now I blind bought and have worn for three weeks and tried to like it, but just can’t.
Although lemon fizzy, Tuscany’s opening is also harsh, but at least not as harsh as Azzaro Pour Homme (APH) from which it was inspired . . . in my opinion (APH) is unwearable. Perhaps it is the 1980’s style musk with a combination with the anise and caraway that is such a turn off to me. I’m sorry, if you dread putting a fragrance on because you dislike the opening, then it’s time to caution others and pitch it. Add to that, it only lasts a couple of hours on my skin before it turns into a skin scent. Life is too short and there are too many other good fragrances to wear.
ололошечка – :
Ordered it a few years ago…I had to pass it to my friend as I found it too old school,it’s very disctinctive smell that was so popular in the magic 80’…when I put it on,I knew exactly what it was…flashback to the 80′,which music by the way I adore…scents,not so much,at least with the ingredients in the Tuscany.All in all,even I’m 45,it resembles me to that period,and feels too “old”….although I own pour monsieur,Ted lapidus PH,Egoiste,but with them I don’t feel so.But I deeply respect Aramis T,and I think it’s a great scent of it’s own,but just not for my taste.The same thing happened to me when I ordered Paco Rabanne pour homme.
konel – :
The comparison to the classic aromatic fougere Azzaro Pour Homme is apt, but so are the reservations to that comparison.
The major similarity (in a positive way) is the sillage. Like APH, Tuscany’s is of the kind of wafting aromatic character that radiates discreetly but noticeably, and is actually far more pleasant than the (still decent) skin scent. The skin scent in both cases retains a kind of fuzzy effervescence (the shaving foam thing) right into the drydown… hurray for that.
Now the differences. For me, it is a matter of blending… As has already been noted, with Tuscany, it is less about the punch of the lavender & anise, and more about the orchestration of the total ensemble, including supporting players like basil, tarragon, caraway, cinnamon, and lime.
Here’s another way of saying it: Azzaro does, for a while, give me a strong, ‘just shaved’/dressed up barbershop feel (if I use Pinaud Clubman as an aftershave with it, I almost feel an itch around the back of my shirt collar.) Tuscany offers this, but also the lasting sense of casual suavity as you leave the barbershop, skipping down the street whistling to yourself in the sun. And here’s the thing: follow-through. My trouble with Azzaro, in current formulation anyway, is that it presents this up-front, masculine aromatic fougere facade, but then gets a bit thin and overly-abstracted in the soapy drydown. With Tuscany, there is a softnesss and variability in the drydown that seems more relaxed and well-mannered. As a result, I feel less self-conscious wearing this than I used to with Azzaro. Rather than brash or demanding, it feels easygoing and lived-in.
Convincing pleasures here are the persistence of citruses in an acidic mix with savory herbs as they give way to the drier, almost dusty textures of spices and patchouli, and a smooth trail that conjures leathery tobacco as an idea more than as a real olfactory simulation. This is old school, to be sure, a real aromatic fougere that has borrowed a few notes from the chype genre, but with charm enough to feel you can wear it without recourse to bracketing your appreciation with the costumery of nostalgia. Its lingering tang of citrus and dustiness of patchouli also reminded me, in miniature form, of the dry cacao-patchouli in Davidoff Zino. There is an almost gingerbread-like quality to this aspect of the drydown that was, for me, the least expected (and now most craved) part of this fragrance.
Tuscany has light but decent performance by contemporary standards, and solid enough construction to dial back to a light wearing if you don’t want to come on too strong. It gets pretty close to the skin after the first 2-3 hours, and seems to last around 6-7 hours at most, but holds together reasonably well as it fades into a still-slightly pungent skin scent. I’d picture it as an autumn scent, but I’m sitting here sweating in it on a hot summer night and enjoying my own company in the process.
Really pretty good, especially considering the price for which it can be acquired (my 100 ml bottle was $20 CDN…): a solid B-grade designer-level fragrance that might well become a cherished workhorse for the right chemistry & personality.
rud_ab – :
As a lover and owner of many of the “best” classes of Fougeres, this one stands on its own. It’s the brighter, fresher cousin of the impeccable Azzaro Pour Homme. Fanstastic for warm spring, summer and fall days. Price to quality ratio: outstanding
dimazorun – :
This used to be called Etruscan, right? The notes make it look like something I would enjoy, but for me there’s too much bergamot and lavender.
ket.lip – :
This is a classic! amazing scent that lasts a long time. In the late 80s this was one of the best colognes. But the older version is much much better. The new formulation seems to be a water down version of the original, The brown box is the original.
rating the original version 9/10
new version gets 6/10 just because of weak longevity
either way you cant go wrong with this !
musicteacher – :
This is a really masculine citrus aromatic chypre fragrance that evokes the idea of Italy. The opening smells very similar to Dior’s Eau Sauvage and has a beautiful mix of lemon, lime, and leather with a hint of oakmoss that just works really well. This is for the hairy-chested man who knows what he wants and works hard for it; that’s the sort of vibe I get from it. There is nothing unisex about it. On the drydown it smells similar to the opening with a pleasant limey vibe with the scent of anise, basil, oakmoss, and leather. It’s basically greenery with citrus and leather together. The drydown reminds me a lot of Azzaro pour Homme (a barbershop masculine fougiere classic). Sillage as with other Aramis fragrances I have tried is moderate yet leaning strong but in an effervescent and airy way, while longevity is actually quite good. So far I own Aramis Havana and Tuscany, and like them both. My experiences with them (along with their really inexpensive pricetags; I found this for $20) make me want to try other Aramis fragrances. I’m really enjoying the offerings by the house.
5/5
Megqs633Diobtetty – :
Amazing lime-ish undercurrent – scent comes alive on my skin in the drydown! The drydown is even better with a top-up. Not excessive sillage, but enough. Settles to a beautiful smooth lime fizz-like skin scent. Priceless fragrance.
Chornobel – :
Smells like what i think would be a barbershop fragrance, back in the days when you would get your haircut with your dad and the barber would put aftershave on you, im thinking early 90’s era. Its a place time in a bottle.
ramzes725 – :
Bonjour,
Je porte ce parfum depuis plus de 15 ans. Ou puis je le retouver?? j’ai acheté la Tuscany Aramis dernièrement mais il n’a plus la même senteur et odeur d’avant….
Avez vous des informations?
undead12345 – :
This is an all time great that still hasnt lost its charm. Its one of those unique old school scents thats feels and smells fresh and clean but woody and leathery at the same time. Im 43 and ive worn this since im 15 years old. Anyone can wear this and feel incredible. A definite must have for any collection. 8/10
Medicus87 – :
My father ordered what looks to be a vintage bottle of this, but then my brother accidentally ended up with the package and then, seeing that it was a cologne, attributed it to me (being that I’m the only person in this house obsessed with fragrances). I could smell it before the bottle reached my hands and it was GREAT. My immediate response was to say, “No, I didn’t order any cologne but I’m keeping it!” Then as I attempted to run off, he tells me it’s probably our dads. So with much sadness I had to relinquish the bottle to it’s proper owner.
All that being said, I am a 30 year old woman and this is far from my usual taste but it’s so clean and fragrant and classic. My skin seems to round some of the notes toward the feminine and I could certainly see myself wearing it with a very light touch and perhaps layered with some simple floral. Also (though I think it goes without saying) I’m sure it would smell really good on a man. I find it so much more pleasant than some of the things my younger brother comes downstairs reeking of in the morning. No offense to him. They just don’t make fragrance like they used to, period.
If you’re contemplating this one but have some concerns about it having too much of a strong, old school vibe…don’t. It’s one of the best men’s fragrances I’ve smelled in a while.
Босяк – :
oh the memories! this was my signature scent back in the day and it was good to rediscover why. As others have stated, the opening is a little harsh – straight up citric alcohol, but then it mellows to a spicy leather scent that is kept from being heavy by orange blossom and anise. Nicely blended. longevity and projection very good.
gerasimenk20071 – :
This perfume is very much different from original Azzaro as someone compared. Tuscany used to be piercing and brutal in strenght, but after an hour, those specific cypress and lime freshness is fading away which is pity. I have a 2002 edition, barely using it beside other perfumes, and every time I smell it it’s just different then todays sweet crap. Aramis Tuscany and Devin are definately cornerstone for todays woody perfumes same as Eau sauvage or Guerlein Vetiver, so if you are Classy man, this one is for you.
P.S. From all above mentioned fragrances, only Vetiver manage to stay for about 4-6 hours to be noticed, others evaporate sooner, which is very bad.
Ymid – :
I pretty much avoid “basic man scents” like Aramis but the reviews here stressed the “leather” so I did the dip in the blind buy pool on this.
Not exactly what I thought but 100 times better than the original Aramis.
This a “basic commuter dad” cologne and I will say IT’S VERY STRONG WITH GOOD LONGEVITY. It’s masculine and up front.
Man, the people at work are gonna hate me if I wear this one (mostly young ladies under 30, artistic, liberal, yadda yadda yadda…)
marinyup – :
Lost and found again!!!
I managed to get a bottle after a lapse of thirty years…
Oh my God!!!
Sunny and summery
Uplifting
Full of energy
Sexy
On my skin it lasts with supermassive projection for over 4 hours!!!
9/10
EDIT: Compliment received “in bed” (!!) on 21-04-18
EDIT: 2 compliments received in garden party 28/07/2018
ilgizka911 – :
Tuscany Per Uomo is a perfume I had never seen in my country, and, for quite a long time, I thought I would never be able to find it…well, last Saturday, it found me in a store in my hometown!
Its aroma is so masculine, so eighties, and so captivating, that if you love classics of those memorable times, you will surely succumb to it; on the other hand, if you like modern perfumes, it will repel you, so, you will reject it—It is not for everyone.
After spraying, you feel all the power of strong, sharp, lemony leather; the leather gradually makes way for lavender, which reinforces the eighties aura of the perfume, together with orange blossom, anise, caraway, and tarragon—the latter three notes provide the composition with a slight herbaceous turbidity. The tonka bean and the cinnamon are responsible for balancing the other notes, and the incense can be felt throughout the evolution of the fragrance. The basil amps up the leather note to enhance the animalic touch of the composition, and the vetiver and the oakmoss display the earthiness that is typical of the masculine aromatic fougeres of the seventies and eighties.
Tuscany Per Uomo is a sensational creation that is in a similar vein to Kouros, Jules, Montana Parfum d’Homme, among others; in fact, it does not smell similar to Azzaro Pour Homme (another masterpiece they usually compare it with), but, in my opinion, it resembles Christian Dior Jules more closely, with citrus added and less civet, producing a more sparkling and more dynamic aroma (in contrast to the hidden gem by the Dior house, which feels older and somewhat rigid). It can be used daily, preferably on formal occasions and in cool climates, mostly. I didn’t find performance to be as monstrous as many people say, especially taking into account that this is a vintage formula (my bottle was probably made in 1996)—it offers 5 to 7-hour longevity with moderate projection and sillage (I still have to try it on clothes as it may perform much better on them). All in all, it is a wonderful eau de toilette, highly recommended for lovers of masculine perfumery classics.
What else can I say? Tuscany Per Uomo has earned its place of honor in this fascinating aromatic world with all the merits, and I personally liked its smell a lot. Here goes my score:
Fragrance: 10/10
Longevity: 7/10
Sillage: 7/10
Projection: 7/10
Versatility: 7/10
Value for Money: 8/10
Total Score: 7.6/10
jwgz – :
Beautiful scent. Now this is what i call versitile frag. For men who work hard for living and have that aura of authority.
Meddox – :
Excellent fragrance, one of my first. If more people knew what tarragon smelled like, it’d be rater higher in this fragrance. A lot of these pyramids are like this. Not as lemony and leathery as the note pyramid would suggest, but those two are absolutely present.
Mebwc516InsuffBooni – :
Charming, classy, and masculine. Tuscany is a timeless fragrance that I believe doesn’t get the attention from the community that it deserves. It’s smell is confident, classy, sophisticated and both vintage and modern at the same time.
The opening is a blast of sharp lemon, zesty lime backed by some clean bergamot. My nose detects some lavender but nothing like Versace’s The Dreamer. After about a minute the mid starts to slowly works it’s way in, leaving you a citrusy, spicy, herbaceous aura of manly goodness. At about 5 min the leather starts to gently affect the frag. Together, the first hour is fantastic. (I detect a lot of tarragon myself, though it’s rated pretty low on that note)
The drydown softens the fragrance and smooths it out without getting sweet. Leather, basil and patchouli are my most detected notes, maybe a touch of oakmoss and the sandalwood. Very masculine, very nice.
Overall this fragrance is fresh but dense and complex, and gives a vibe of confidence, masculinity and class. Throw on a polo or buttondown and this fragrance will compliment you perfectly on almost any day. I think it is pretty versatile, can be worn from casual to business, but due to the zestiness of it I would likely not wear in formal situations. Season-wise, I see this as a daytime frag for any season except winter, unless you live in a mild climate.
Opening:8/10
Development/mid: 9/10
Drydown: 8/10
Longevity: 5/10 (about 5 hours on my skin)
Sillage: 7.5/10 to 4/10 (projects for an hour on my skin)
Price: 7-9/10 (can be found for really cheap)
Overall: 8/10
A must have if you want a timeless, classy, confident, masculine fragrance that smells vintage but is still modern and not “old-man” like. I wear it often.
o14OmibedrilmTib – :
Fantastic fragrance. Very masculine. I like to wear it, on a rainy day in the autumn.
vasek217 – :
Dear Tuscany,
I owe you an apology. Upon first spraying you on my arm, I was a bit appalled by your harsh lemony scent. I thought you smelled like a bathroom toilet cleaner. I washed you off immediately. Half an hour later, I kept getting wafts of something pleasant. I couldn’t identify where it was coming from. Then it hit me…my forearm smelled of lavender, spice and leather. A mesmerizing concoction that couldn’t let go. Since then, you’ve accompanied me in the office and even a casual outdoor setting where you stood your ground, releasing small bursts of your pleasant aroma for those closest to me to ponder it. I apologize for not giving you the benefit of the doubt initially. You’ve taught me an important lesson in fragrance.
Grade: B+
rasul55 – :
Where has this been all my life!?!?!?! Aramis Tuscany Per Uomo. This fragrance has it all. This great harsh opening of citrus, caraway and leather. It feels very barbershop, very mediterranean. The lavender and anise create this lovely sweet aromatic spicy accord. Now this type of fragrance has been done before many times over, but to me, this is so unique and in such a class of its’ own. The mid is where the uniqueness comes from. A combo of tarragon and orange blossom. These two notes maintain the spiciness of the opening yet give it a slight floral freshness. Tuscany Per Uomo doesn’t feel or smell overly soapy, which is a great thing. Instead this scent plays more with textures, there is a certain powdery feel to this scent, or a slight airiness. TPU is truly spicy and fresh, with a real refined lightness, that elevates it above other scents of this genre. The dry down is warm, sweet and earthy, with basil, cinnamon, tonka, oak moss and patchouli closing out the scent. Tuscany Per Uomo is a great fragrance and gets a big thumbs up from me. I love these types of scents and the general aura they create. This is the type of scent that either I’d wear to a picnic near a winery or the type of scent that I’d wear and think about picnicking at a winery all day long. Simply put; Tuscany Per Uomo is spicy, fresh aromatic relaxation in a bottle.
xenavlad – :
Wow! This is fantastic. Yes it does have quite a strong bitter opening but in less than 30 minutes I have found this falls away to a very smooth, warm, spicy leather. Immediate reaction would be “soapy” but if you smell this up close you are rewarded with a rich leather and lime combo that is classic yet contemporary. Warmth and sophistication.
I now own two scents from the Aramis Gentlemen’s Collection – Tuscany and the much revered Havana. I am familiar with the house of Aramis as my father still wears the 80s classic Aramis 900 but I believe his favourite was the vintage Aramis Herbal. Perhaps because I am now just into my 40s, these types of fragrances have a whole new sense of relevance although it took me a few years to pluck up the courage to try them and some might gasp at the knowledge that I bought Tuscany and Havana blindly. :o) I’m happy to report that both purchases were a success and oddly they are both among only 5 scents that I receive unsolicited compliments for.
I am late to the party for sure but better late than never, huh?
Thank you, Aramis.
kak – :
It starts off a little sharp and spicy but it quickly develops into a very charming and classy south european style scent. A pleasing mixture of citrusy notes, soft flowers and the nostalgic and relaxing smell of warm soil under the sun which gives this fragrance a classy touch of earthiness. Love it.
andrunia – :
This is an interesting scent which on dry down is great and exactly what I have been looking for… Starts off a little sweet and bitter… The bitter is almost off putting but as it disapates the sweetness mellows the scent… This isn’t as smooth as Tuscany or Havana but is no less amazing… Smells like a Christmas tree with the pine, cedar and oakmoss… This lasts for several hours as it morphs into a faint leather scent. Enjoy.
vee216Diobtetty – :
This is by far the best Aramis scent made. A step up from the classic Aramis and Havana (which are both Awesome). This smells modern and classic at the same time with the perfect mix of sweet and spicy with sophistication and class. At dry down similar to Safari by RL. Love it.
Meqxa416bedyWelty – :
It’s not similar with Azzaro PH. Just the begining is similar.
Tuscany is masterpiece!
Buc – :
I am surprised that the new presentation and for most likely reformulation of this fragrance remains very accurate to what it was, I compared it to a vintage Tuscany Forte, and I can tell there is almost no difference, I am happy I decided to get this new bottle, I will compare it again wearing both for a regular day to see the difference in performance, but as for now I am pleased.
So I am finally wearing for a normal day, and it sets very nicely, as if it was the vintage version, is awesome in this late winter cold days, it’s been a long time since I have not enjoy this beauty.
RMorgeR – :
Making coq au vin today, completing the preps and decide to hit the shower before the cooking work begins. Drawn immediately to TPU for its savory herbal qualities and sustained fresh citrus. The leather supports and adds warmth and character. Very much an autumn/spring fragrance to my nose and chemistry. I’ll have to see how it unfolds in the summer but I suspect it might go off the rails on a hot, humid day.
Tagedosyapess – :
Aramis tuscany on me is beautiful in the colder months in summer is totally unwearable or becomes pungent and to strong. Save this beauty for colder months zesty fresh bergamot. Warming and v refreshing.
Bimuffcettate – :
Tuscany is a scent that truly captures the feel of the place it’s named for. There are several fragrances that I think of as distinctly “Italian” with their various blends of dry citrus and culinary herbs. Tuscany’s pedigree may well begin with the Nine Flags take on Italy — Dry Citrus — in the late 60’s, and the family also includes Faberge’s Cellini in the 70’s, Azzaro pour Homme, Adidas original, Laura Biagiotti’s Roma and Venezia, Mediterraneum, and Calvin Klein’s discontinued Calvin, all of which include similar components.
Tuscany’s pyramid includes more than the ingredients listed above. H&R’s Fragrance Guide lists the notes as follows:
Top: Lavender, bergamot, anise, lime, marjoram, lemon, petitgrain
Middle: Cedarwood, patchouli, geranium, carnation, basil, cinnamon
Base: Moss, amber, musk, leather, tonka
While Tuscany is not one of my most-worn fragrances, every time I do wear it, I am transported to sunny Firenze and the surrounding countryside. Molto Bene!
minotavr – :
At first, a very citrusy aftershave feel; almost exactly like one of the lemon-or-lime-scented Old Spice or English Leather varieties Dad sometimes wore. But you only smell like Pledge or a lemon-flavored Starburst for a minute or two, then that note settles down and the fragrance becomes all about dry woods, with a dark Earl Grey freshness thanks to the lingering citrus, and a sweetness that may be due to the tonka bean and perhaps also to the spices, which I otherwise don’t notice much. I definitely note the leather and sandalwood, and they’re nicely mixed. This is for sure an old-fashioned-masculine style of fragrance, but it’s just a step off from being over-typical. Tuscany is its own thing, just enough, and I like it a good deal. Successful blind buy!
surik1988 – :
Tuscany – it’s probably the best Aramis you can get. Don’t get me wrong, I love Havana. Havana just ages the wearer so much, and conjures very specific images. Tuscany has the same DNA but is slightly more modern, or classic somehow. There is a very slight soapy vibe I get in the drydown… but it’s fleeting. This is the perfect gentleman’s cologne.
коре – :
My first wearing today. Felt like a safe blind buy because of the comparisons to Azzaro PH (which I love). This fragrance is splendid. A bit similar to Azzaro PH, but absolutely not interchangable. Get both if you like the one. This is softer and “warmer”, in a sense friendlier.
Not as “mature” as some reviews would have you think. Fine for 25+, I’d say. At least if you don’t dress like a boy.
волк6 – :
Its OK as a scent,…I use it daily.
I would not however use it on any formal occasion like hunting for hot women.
10 days later.
Changed my mind after several wears…This scent is great and good value it last forever and gets better and better as it fades..I love it.
Ultra_speed – :
the first batch of the Gents’ collection is the one to have, the one with the green juice inside, heavy on oakmoss and anice and all those wonderful notes, sillage and projection are stellar, last versions are very poor performers, that first batch from A1 till A71 are just great, all the rest is a waste of money…avoid!
Guess the very first reform version was more similar to Tuscany Forte, the last batches are very similar to Tuscany vintage
Glormslamr – :
Classy,sophisticated, and bold. A man who know’s what he wants.I would say this is fitting for the 25 and up crowd. Longevity is above average and the opening projects quite well for the first few hours. I have only tested the reformulated version and I can agree with everyone else that this smells like Azzaro Pour Homme. It’s slightly more refined than Azzaro but Azarro last longer. If you own the former I say pass on this one but if you can find this at a great price grab it and enjoy this classic.
ivanov2934 – :
(I’m visiting my parents right now.) My dad really really loves this cologne and I love it too. He would come to my room and spray it everyday while I’m here. 12 hours later he comes home and smells the same just like he first spritzed it. He even admits it to my mom that this cologne is everything to him and he would find a knock-off one when I’m gone because he swears he wouldn’t spend his money on unnecessary materials. Sorry Dad but it’s mine!!
pedro63 – :
I can’t really add to the scent review others have, other than to give you a Fall/Winter 2016 chilly weather perspective.
I blind bought and room sprayed a couple times before testing on my skin. In the air, it reminded me of the older Gucci and Versace hommes that I used to own/gave away. the Anise can be smelled from the bottle, but when sprayed is blended very nicely with the orange reminding me of sipping a liquer, or even a hot toddy. Notes aside it reminded me of my grandfather, and father, so auto-love from me.
The leather blends in beautifully during the dry down and by the time the citrus is not as detectable, I’m left with a feeling of fresh-calm. It’s the perfect compliment to a morning shower and shave. Whereas for nighttime, I might reach for Escada pour homme – the gold stuff – (in this vein) which has a smokier, burnt addition to venture into the night.
I feel like Tuscany is what Hugo Boss has been trying to achieve and surpass with their fragrances (which I don’t use because i find them too synthetic) but Boss has separated the notes giving them a linearity and sharpness that gets old fast.
Tuscany is so well blended that even the Anise is only detectable by it’s sharpness which is added to lift the entire composition.
I love – simple but gorgeous. Familiar and welcoming. And yes, it does remind me of trip to Florence – but mostly the liquers.
What transports me more quickly is surprisingly… Zegna Uomo.
oleg_rs – :
the opening has a great bergamot, lemon bite then settles to a bunch of other good smellin stuff. very very good scent.
evanescence – :
While sampling a few perfumes on my wrists and shirt, salesman offered Tuscany for sampling. Not a place to find he sprayed it on a tissue paper. Initially there were citruses and then lavender came into play. I put the tissue in my pocket to sniff it later. One hour later still lavender reminding me of lavender soap and talcum powder by Yardley. Two and three hours later still lavender and no leather or basenotes. Although it still smelled manly but it was a linearly lavender perfume on tissue paper .
gje366speagoessenda – :
Update: I bought the reformulation to compare it with my vintage bottle. Why? Well, I wanted my vintage to last longer, but I also wanted to do a wrist to wrist comparison. Here are my thoughts.
As expected, the reform is weaker in strength . It smells great, however. The opening citrus notes are faithful to the original, and the leather is softer but almost more prominent. The reform is less spicy and lacks the bold mossy depth of the original, but is still deep and sensual.
The original is almost confronting in comparison. The citrus is super-concentrated and the spices full-o