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Giorgio Armani

Golden Code

2013 · For men · Citrus & Fresh

At a glance

Dominant accordscitrus, leather, woody
Key notesOlive Blossom, Guaiac Wood, Star Anise
Community rating3.98/5 from 47 votes

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Accord profile

citrus16%leather11%woody11%floral10%aromatic10%sweet9%tobacco9%vanilla9%anis8%animalic8%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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Golden Code by Giorgio Armani, launched in 2013, is a men's Oriental Spicy fragrance that opens with a bright, bracing blend of bergamot and lemon. This citrus duo is vivid and sharp, immediately setting a refined tone. As it settles, the heart reveals an unconventional trio: olive blossom, guaiac wood, and star anise. The olive blossom adds a subtle floral nuance, while guaiac wood contributes a smoky, woody depth, and star anise lends a licorice-like spice that bridges the citrus and base.

The base is where Golden Code truly shines, with leather, tonka bean, and tobacco creating a warm, masculine foundation. The leather is smooth and slightly animalic, the tonka bean adds a creamy sweetness, and the tobacco brings a rich, slightly smoky aroma. With main accords of citrus (100%), leather (72%), woody (67%), floral (65%), aromatic (62%), and sweet (58%), this fragrance balances freshness with depth. It suits the confident, mature man who appreciates a classic yet distinctive scent. Ideal for evening wear or cooler months, Golden Code is a sophisticated choice for collectors who enjoy complex, spicy-oriental compositions.

中文簡介

Giorgio Armani Golden Code 於2013年推出,是一款男仕東方辛辣調香水。前調由佛手柑與檸檬組成,清新明亮,帶有尖銳的柑橘氣息。中調融合橄欖花、癒創木與八角,橄欖花增添細緻花香,癒創木帶來煙燻木質感,八角則賦予甘草般的辛香,串連起前調與基調。基調以皮革、零陵香豆與煙草為主,皮革柔滑略帶動物感,零陵香豆散發奶油甜香,煙草則營造濃郁煙燻氣息。整體香調結構以柑橘(100%)、皮革(72%)、木質(67%)、花香(65%)、芳香(62%)及甜香(58%)為主,平衡了清新與深度。適合自信成熟、欣賞經典而獨特香氣的男士,尤其適合晚間或涼爽季節使用,是收藏家不容錯過的複雜辛辣東方之作。

Reference data

HouseGiorgio Armani
NameGolden Code
Launched2013
Marketed asFor men
Dominant familyCitrus & Fresh
Notes recorded8
Accords10

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