WS-JV-2006

Vintage

2006Men

aromatic up front, then fresh spicy, settling into woody.

Vintage by John Varvatos is a Woody Chypre fragrance for men. Vintage was launched in 2006. The nose behind this fragrance is Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Top notes are Rhubarb, Quince, Pepper, Wormwood, Basil and Fennel; middle notes are Cinnamon, Juniper Berries, Lavender, Green Leaves, Orris Root and Jasmine; base notes are…

aromatic fresh spicy woody sweet

Nose: Rodrigo Flores-Roux

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Rhubarb, Quince, Pepper, Wormwood, Basil, Fennel
Heart· 2–4h
Cinnamon, Juniper Berries, Lavender, Green Leaves, Orris Root, Jasmine
Drydown· 6h+
Tobacco, Suede, Balsam Fir, Tonka Bean, Woody Notes, Oakmoss, Patchouli

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

87%

81%

75%

57%

52%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall39%Winter33%Spring21%Summer7%Night54%Day46%Wears male82%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More John Varvatos picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Vintage smell like?

aromatic up front, then fresh spicy, settling into woody. Dominant accords: aromatic, fresh spicy, woody.

What notes are in Vintage?

Top: Rhubarb, Quince, Pepper, Wormwood, Basil, Fennel. Heart: Cinnamon, Juniper Berries, Lavender, Green Leaves, Orris Root, Jasmine. Base: Tobacco, Suede, Balsam Fir, Tonka Bean, Woody Notes, Oakmoss, Patchouli.

How long does Vintage last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Vintage loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Vintage best for?

Fall is the top pick (39%). Winter is second at 33%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Vintage?

Night wear leads at 54%. Day is a secondary pick at 46%.

Is Vintage for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 82% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Vintage?

Composed by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. Released in 2006.