Jeroboam Gozo Lab Edition by Karl

Jeroboam is a brand synonymous with power and making one’s presence felt. Each scent in the collection is an extrait de parfum, and as is said, the best things come in small packages. To celebrate the launch of Jeroboam eight years ago founder Francois Henin (Jovoy Paris) has released a limited Lab Edition of Jeroboam Gozo, usually presented in a bright orange flacon, this special release is presented in a transparent glass bottle with an engraved insignia revealing the extract in its truest form, the same iconic scent.

Vanina Muracciole courtesy of the perfumer

As with all Jeroboam perfumes the creator of Jeroboam Gozo Lab Edition is Vanina Muracciole. It takes inspiration from the tiny island of Malta in the Mediterranean sea and like its namesake the fragrance fuses the evidence of historic immigration of the past great western and eastern empires. It is a timely release as floral/spicy perfumes tend to be a perfect match for this festive season. As with all Jeroboam perfumes Gozo Lab Edition is built on a soft but powerful bed of musk. However, it has an explosive opening which I compared to a Christmas spiced orange. The freshness of the bergamot blending with a piquant saffron and luscious tuberose does make one salivate. The tuberose is the star of the show here and brings the entire composition together. There is a light gourmand touch that carries throughout the wearing on my skin, maybe this is due to my own DNA as we know fragrances perform differently on each of us. On the blotter the cedarwood is pronounced early on but slinks its way through on me.

Christmas Tree Image by Karl at the Marmorosch Hotel, Bucharest.

The crystalline facets of Jeroboam Gozo Lab Edition are also evident in the heart where violet leaf and geranium keep the sparkle and lightness whilst the cedarwood adds a depth and strength. This is a beautiful dichotomy, and it creates a unique sensation. My mind harkens back to peppermint and cinnamon laced sugary Christmas rock candies hanging from the tree that slightly soft plastic nuance whilst tearing through the wrapper and eagerly digging into the red and white striped fruit rock inside. Personally, I think this effect has been achieved via the combination of saffron, tuberose and geranium amplified in the base with ambroxan. The musk keeps Jeroboam Gozo Lab Edition airy, but the base of patchouli also grounds the scent. There is enough umph here to satiate both lovers of a sweet disposition and those requiring deeper woods running through their perfumes.

To give an idea of where this fragrance sits amongst other popular  niche scents, those who enjoy Erba Pura will adore Gozo Lab Edition as it has that hit of sweetness but also links the best of Escentric Molecules 01 as the cedarwood is certainly apparent. What I experience is a perfume that lasts for hours on end and is bright, happy, and full of charm. Lovers of Jeroboam will experience the usual excellent sillage and longevity as is commensurate with the brand.

Notes: Bergamot, Saffron, Tuberose, Cedarwood, Violet Leaf, Geranium, Ambroxan, Musk, Patchouli.

Disclaimer: bottle of Jeroboam Gozo Lab Edition generously provided by Jovoy Mayfair. My opinions are my own.

Karl Topham, Senior Editor.

 

Jeroboam Gozo Lab Edition  courtesy of the brand

Thanks to the generosity of Jeroboam and Jovoy Parfums Rare we have a 30 ml bottle of Gozo Lab Edition for one registered reader to every country where it can be delivered, please check here and specify your country. To be eligible please leave a comment about what strikes you about Jeroboam Gozo Lab Edition, where you live, and if you are aware of Jeroboam. Draw closes 12/23/22 and will be announced two weeks later.

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