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Acqua di Parma

Colonia Assoluta

2003 · Unisex · Citrus & Fresh

At a glance

Dominant accordscitrus, woody, aromatic
Key notesYlang-Ylang, Vetiver, Jasmine, Cedar
Community rating4.23/5 from 1,207 votes

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Accord profile

citrus22%woody15%aromatic12%earthy11%fresh spicy10%yellow floral10%sweet10%warm spicy10%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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Launched in 2003, Colonia Assoluta is Acqua di Parma's richer, more complex take on the classic Colonia formula. The opening is a bright, bracing burst of bitter orange, bergamot, lemon verbena, and sweet orange—unmistakably Italian citrus, but with more depth than the original. As it settles, the heart reveals an unusual blend: ylang-ylang and jasmine add a soft floral touch, while vetiver, cedar, pink pepper, cardamom, and a hint of paprika bring a warm, spicy-aromatic character. The base of oakmoss, resins, white musk, and patchouli gives it a mossy, earthy foundation that lingers close to the skin.

This is a unisex fragrance that suits collectors who love classic citrus-aromatics but want something with more backbone. It's refined enough for the office yet relaxed enough for weekends, and it shines in warm weather. If you appreciate vintage-style Italian colognes with a woody, earthy twist, Colonia Assoluta is a worthy addition to your rotation.

中文簡介

2003年推出嘅Colonia Assoluta,係Acqua di Parma經典Colonia嘅濃郁升級版。前調係苦橙、佛手柑、檸檬馬鞭草同甜橙,充滿意大利柑橘嘅明亮感,但層次更豐富。中調加入依蘭依蘭、茉莉、香根草、雪松、粉紅胡椒、小荳蔻同紅椒,帶出花香與辛香交織嘅獨特個性。基調以橡苔、樹脂、白麝香同廣藿香收尾,散發沉穩嘅泥土氣息。

呢支中性香水適合鍾意經典柑橘香但追求深度嘅收藏家。氣質優雅得嚟唔拘謹,返工或週末都用得,夏天用尤其出色。如果你欣賞帶木質同泥土底蘊嘅復古意大利古龍水,Colonia Assoluta絕對值得入手。

Reference data

HouseAcqua di Parma
NameColonia Assoluta
Launched2003
Marketed asUnisex
Dominant familyCitrus & Fresh
Notes recorded15
Accords8

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