Launched in anticipation of the northern
Summer, Costarela is Carner Barcelona’s deft take on the (already well
explored) beach theme.
Bergamot dominates the opening and as the
note’s evaporation curve tails off, its Linalooly- agrestic character segues
neatly into a much gentler, herbal-balsamic accord of suntan lotion like
salicylates. The coastal scene is completed by some nicely judged marine notes,
pale woods, Ambrox(an) and musks that together, create a fine impression of
driftwood afloat the warm ocean.
Overall, Costarela is less innovative than
Pierre Guillaume’s recent riffs (Entre Ciel et Mer and Paris Seychelles), but
it is a nicely composed perfume that’s none-too-taxing to wear.
Nose: Shyamala Maisondieu
House: Carner Barcelona
Release date: 2016
Notes (per Fragrantica): bergamot, saffron,
sea notes, sand, Virginian cedar, Ambroxan, amber.
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