Cadenza

Cadenza is a woody floral from Sospiro Perfumes, composed by Christian Provenzano and released in 2022. Everyone who describes it uses the word woody; about half also call it floral, and a quarter pick up musky, ambery or citrus facets.

Bergamot and green notes give the opening a fresh, slightly leafy brightness. The floral heart is light rather than heady: lily of the valley brings a dewy, clean freshness, jasmine adds richness without becoming heavy. Beneath, sandalwood is the main voice, creamy and smooth, with patchouli for earthiness and vetiver for a drier, rootier green. Musk and amber round the base off with a soft warmth that keeps the woods close to the skin.

Cadenza is worn by anyone. Its balance of green florals and creamy woods makes it an easy daytime choice in spring and autumn, and it should suit someone who wants a refined woody scent that does not tip into either sweetness or heavy spice.

Cadenza — unisex fragrance by Sospiro Perfumes (released 2022). Notes: Amber, Bergamot, Green Notes, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Musk, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Woody Notes. — Parfica open fragrance database