12
Notes
8
Accords
1
Perfumer
Zino Davidoff
masculine
Created by Michel Almairac
Zino Davidoff by Davidoff is a Oriental Woody fragrance for men. Zino Davidoff was launched in 1986. The nose behind this fragrance is Michel Almairac. Top notes are Brazilian Rosewood, Lavender, Clary Sage and Bergamot; middle notes are Rose, Geranium, Jasmine and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vanilla and Cedar. Zino Davidoff was created in 1988 as a classical male perfume, uncompromisingly masculine. Its elegant floral heart is surrounded by masculine components. It starts off stingingly fresh with lavender, palisander, clary sage and bergamot at the top. The heart is composed as an elegant floral bouquet of geranium, rose, lily-of-the-valley and jasmine. Warm and manly components lock the composition down: patchouli, cedar wood and sandalwood, along with a tender touch of vanilla. The fragrance is named after the founder of the brand.
Main Accords
Fragrance Notes
Best Season
99%
Win
54%
Spr
23%
Sum
100%
Fall
Day & Night
70%
Day
91%
Night
Olfactory Pyramid
From opening to dry-down, intensity based on community voting.
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
Opening
Evolution
Dry-down
Top Notes0 – 15 min
Heart Notes15 min – 3 h
Base Notes3 h – end
User Ratings
5,172 votes
4.16
Love it
2.4k46%
Like it
1.9k37%
OK
3066%
Dislike
4699%
Hate it
972%
Community Insights
PositiveBased on 28 community opinions from Reddit
7.8
/ 10 community score
Zino Davidoff is a divisive but beloved classic fragrance among dedicated vintage fragrance fans who appreciate its dark, complex patchouli and rose character. The scent is praised for its old-school potency and excellent value, though the modern formulation is considerably weaker, and the fragrance appears to have been discontinued. It's best suited for those who enjoy dated, sophisticated classics rather than contemporary fragrances.
Strengths
- Powerful, old-school potency and longevity (especially vintage)
- Complex, dark, and sophisticated with compelling patchouli and rose notes
- Excellent value for money, widely available at low prices
- Polite and wearable despite bold character, appeals to classic fragrance lovers
Weaknesses
- Polarizing scent that won't appeal to everyone
- Modern formulation is significantly lighter and weaker than vintage
- Appears to be discontinued, creating scarcity concerns long-term
- Dated aesthetic that may not suit younger wearers
Best for
Classic fragrance enthusiasts and vintage scent loversEvening wear and cooler seasonsThose who enjoy 70s and 80s powerhouse fragrancesFormal occasions and sophisticated settings
AI-generated summary based on public community discussions. Not affiliated with the opinions' authors.
