Chinotto oscuro - Abaton

Chinotto Dark Eau de Parfum: the enchanting shadow of the Mediterranean's most mysterious citrus fruit

Olfactory Family: Citrus Balsamic Spicy

Top Notes: Fruits and green chinotto leaves

Middle Notes: Balsamic accords and liqueur nuances

Base Notes: Absinthe, juniper, and incense

In the heart of the western Mediterranean, where the mountains bend toward the sea in an ancient dance, Chinotto Dark is born, a fragrance that pays homage to a forgotten history and a fruit that is pure contradiction. This olfactory masterpiece envelops the senses like a slow, dark, and enchanting spell, in which the chinotto—a small citrus fruit with a rough skin and an intensely bitter flavor—becomes the protagonist of an aromatic symphony as profound as it is enveloping.

From the first moment, Chinotto Dark opens with a green and citrus burst, in which the vibrant notes of the fruit and fresh chinotto leaves intertwine. This opening is sparkling and stimulating, like a breath of salty air on a sea voyage. The bittersweet sensation is intertwined with the ancestral memory of Italian sailors who, centuries ago, relied on this fruit as a protective talisman against ocean illnesses.

As the fragrance evolves, the heart delves into a denser and more evocative territory. Soft balsamic accords and a liqueur-like warmth emerge, as if the chinotto had matured in ancient wooden barrels, gaining depth and mystery. This middle phase evokes a sunset over Savona, when the sea breeze carries the scent of citrus trees and the aromas of artisanal liqueurs waft from taverns hidden among alleys.

The base of Chinotto Dark is a hypnotic alchemy that makes all the difference: absinthe brings a dark, herbaceous, almost hallucinogenic note, while juniper adds its resinous character, and incense elevates the whole to an almost mystical level. This combination of base notes makes the fragrance linger on the skin like an elegant shadow, difficult to ignore and even harder to forget.

Every facet of this fragrance is a touch of history, geography, and sensory memory. It's not just a perfume; it's a journey that begins with a whisper of citrus and leads to a resinous reverie. Chinotto Dark captures the essence of a place and a time suspended, an ancient coastal Italy, perfumed with myths and legends, where bitterness was a symbol of protection and darkness was synonymous with profound beauty.

The character of this creation is decidedly unisex, designed for those seeking an unusual fragrance that speaks of contrasts and identity. Its trail is elegant yet intimate, like a secret whispered in the ear. It adapts elegantly to both a walk in the rain and a night of secrets on a Mediterranean terrace.

In the world of niche fragrances, Chinotto Dark stands out as a signature fragrance that breaks the mold and establishes a new canon of citrus notes: less effervescent, more introspective. Sweetness here is barely hinted at; what dominates is an aromatic depth that captures the attention without needing to raise one's voice.

Ideal for gray days when one needs a ray of sophistication that comes from within. Perfect for restless souls, seekers of the singular, lovers of botanicals in a mystical key. Chinotto Dark is not worn, it is inhabited. It is a new skin, a personal atmosphere, an invisible seal.

And so, from the mists of Savona and the bittersweet fruits of the Chinotto, a perfume is born that does not fear darkness, but celebrates it with a rare, refined, and absolutely hypnotic elegance. A fragrance that transforms bitterness into art.