La comunità di r/fragrance considera Encre Noire un'eccellente fragranza di nicchia dal rapporto qualità-prezzo straordinario, elogiata per la sua composizione legnosa e dominata dal cipresso, nonché per la qualità al prezzo offerto. Tuttavia, è altamente polarizzante a causa della sua natura scura, asciutta e senza compromessi che attrae principalmente gli appassionati di fragranze piuttosto che il pubblico di massa. I flanker (Sport e A L'Extreme) offrono alternative più indossabili, mentre l'originale rimane l'opzione più caratterizzata.
Positivo
Excellent value for money, niche quality at affordable price
Distinctive, artistic scent with unique character (woody, cypress, vetiver-forward)
Good performance and longevity when applied correctly
Well-made fragrance with quality presentation from Lalique house
Negativo
Very polarizing - not a crowd-pleaser, extremely specific/niche appeal
Domande frequenti
What's the difference between Castello and Encre Noire?+
Castello is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Bogue (2012) dominated by its signature accords. Encre Noire is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Lalique (2006) leaning on Woody accords. They share no primary accords — distinctly different profiles.
By community rating, Castello scores 2.78/5 vs Encre Noire at 4.15/5. Encre Noire's standout strength: Excellent value for money, niche quality at affordable price. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.
Do Castello and Encre Noire smell similar?+
They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Encre Noire: La comunità di r/fragrance considera Encre Noire un'eccellente fragranza di nicchia dal rapporto qualità-prezzo straordinario, elogiata per la sua composizione legnosa e dominata dal cipresso, nonché per la qualità al prezzo offerto.
Which lasts longer, Castello or Encre Noire?+
Encre Noire: Good performance and longevity when applied correctly Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.
Which season suits Castello vs Encre Noire?+
Castello scores highest for winter wear; Encre Noire scores highest for fall wear. Castello leans daytime, Encre Noire leans evening.
Dry and intense opening that some find off-putting or strange
Not suitable for those seeking sweet or mainstream fragrances
Requires proper application amount or can experience noseblindness issues
