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Pi

1998 · For men · Sweet & Gourmand

Pi by Givenchy was launched in 1998, a sweet & gourmand fragrance for men. Its accord profile is led by vanilla, amber and sweet. Key notes: Anise, Neroli and Geranium.

At a glance

Dominant accordsvanilla, amber, sweet
Key notesAnise, Neroli, Geranium, Lily-Of-The-Valley
Community rating4.16/5 from 9,220 votes

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Accord profile

vanilla17%amber11%sweet11%almond11%aromatic10%nutty8%fruity8%warm spicy8%fresh spicy8%anis8%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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Givenchy Pi (1998) opens with a brisk herbal-citrus blend: mandarin orange, tarragon, rosemary, and basil. This top is green and slightly sharp, a classic aromatic start that quickly gives way to a heart of anise, neroli, geranium, and lily-of-the-valley. The anise lends a subtle licorice facet, while the florals keep it from becoming overly sweet. The base is where Pi earns its reputation: vanilla, almond, tonka bean, benzoin, and cedar create a warm, nutty, and resinous foundation. The vanilla is dominant, supported by amber and sweet accords, with almond adding a marzipan-like richness. This is a comfort scent for cooler weather, best suited to collectors who appreciate gourmand-leaning orientals with a herbal twist. It wears close after the first hour, making it ideal for evening or intimate settings. If you enjoy sweet, woody fragrances with a distinct almond-vanilla core, Pi is a worthy addition.

中文簡介

Givenchy Pi(1998)以柑橘與香草為主軸,前調是橘子、龍蒿、迷迭香與羅勒的草本清新,隨後轉入八角、橙花、天竺葵與鈴蘭的中調,帶點微甜的茴香氣息。基調則由香草、杏仁、零陵香豆、安息香與雪松構成,溫暖而帶堅果感,香草比例極高,琥珀與甜味交織,杏仁更添杏仁糖般的濃郁。整體是東方木質調,適合秋冬或夜晚使用,氣質沉穩而親密。推薦給喜歡美食調、木質甜香,尤其是鍾情杏仁與香草組合的收藏家。

Reference data

HouseGivenchy
NamePi
Launched1998
Marketed asFor men
Dominant familySweet & Gourmand
Notes recorded13
Accords10

Quick answers

Short factual answers compiled from the structured record above.

What are the notes in Pi?

Pi by Givenchy: top notes are Mandarin Orange, Tarragon, Rosemary and Basil; heart notes are Anise, Neroli, Geranium and Lily-Of-The-Valley; base notes are Vanilla, Almond, Tonka Bean, Benzoin and Cedar.

What accords does Pi have?

The dominant accords recorded for Pi are vanilla (100.0%); amber (67.0%); sweet (64.7%); almond (63.1%); aromatic (61.8%).

When was Pi launched?

Pi by Givenchy was first released in 1998.

What does Pi smell like?

Pi is recorded as a sweet & gourmand fragrance, centred on Anise, Neroli and Geranium.

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Observed range$170 – $170 USD
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