
XXX Charcoal
XXX Charcoal by Ermenegildo Zegna was launched in 2021, a spicy fragrance for men. Its accord profile is led by fresh spicy, mineral and warm spicy. Key notes: Graphite, Black Pepper and Elemi.
At a glance
| Dominant accords | fresh spicy, mineral, warm spicy |
|---|---|
| Key notes | Graphite, Black Pepper, Elemi, Saffron |
| Community rating | 4.13/5 from 134 votes |
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Accord profile
Note pyramid
Top, heart and base notes as recorded for this composition. Each note links to every other fragrance in the database that uses it.
Top notes
- Graphite
- Black Pepper
- Elemi
- Saffron
- Norlimbanol™
About this fragrance
Written from the structured record above — note pyramid, accord weights, perfumer credit and era.
XXX Charcoal by Ermenegildo Zegna (2021) is a woody spicy fragrance that opens with a striking blend of graphite, black pepper, elemi, saffron, and Norlimbanol™. This top-heavy composition delivers an immediate burst of fresh spice and mineral facets, with the graphite and Norlimbanol™ creating a dry, smoky, and almost metallic edge. The saffron adds a warm, leathery nuance, while elemi contributes a subtle resinous quality. Although the heart and base notes are unspecified, the main accords of fresh spicy, mineral, warm spicy, aromatic, amber, and balsamic suggest a fragrance that evolves into a warmer, more rounded drydown. The overall effect is modern and assertive, with a strong mineral-spicy character that feels both crisp and enveloping. This scent suits men who appreciate bold, contemporary woody-spicy compositions with a mineral twist. It is versatile enough for daily wear or evening occasions, particularly in cooler weather. Collectors of discontinued or niche fragrances will find XXX Charcoal a compelling example of Zegna's olfactory craftsmanship, offering a unique and memorable experience.
中文簡介
XXX Charcoal 係 Ermenegildo Zegna 喺2021年推出嘅男士木質辛辣香水。前調結合咗石墨、黑胡椒、欖香脂、藏紅花同 Norlimbanol™,一噴出嚟就係清新辛辣同礦物感嘅爆發,石墨同 Norlimbanol™ 帶嚟乾燥、煙燻同幾乎金屬嘅邊緣感,藏紅花加咗陣溫暖皮革氣息,欖香脂就貢獻咗淡淡樹脂香。雖然中調同基調無具體資料,但主調嘅清新辛辣、礦物、溫暖辛辣、芳香、琥珀同香脂,暗示佢會慢慢演變成更溫暖圓潤嘅後調。整體感覺現代同自信,礦物辛辣特質鮮明,既清爽又包覆。適合鍾意大膽、當代木質辛辣香嘅男士,日常或晚間場合都用得,涼爽天氣尤其啱。對於收藏停產或小眾香水嘅人嚟講,XXX Charcoal 展現咗 Zegna 嘅調香工藝,帶嚟獨特難忘嘅體驗。
Reference data
| House | Ermenegildo Zegna |
|---|---|
| Name | XXX Charcoal |
| Launched | 2021 |
| Marketed as | For men |
| Dominant family | Spicy |
| Notes recorded | 5 |
| Accords | 10 |
Quick answers
Short factual answers compiled from the structured record above.
What are the notes in XXX Charcoal?
XXX Charcoal by Ermenegildo Zegna: top notes are Graphite, Black Pepper, Elemi, Saffron and Norlimbanol™.
What accords does XXX Charcoal have?
The dominant accords recorded for XXX Charcoal are fresh spicy (100.0%); mineral (99.6%); warm spicy (94.5%); aromatic (79.7%); amber (69.4%).
When was XXX Charcoal launched?
XXX Charcoal by Ermenegildo Zegna was first released in 2021.
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