Rock Rose

Rock Rose is a 2016 fragrance from the British house Clive Christian in which woody and floral accords lead equally. Spice, green, herbal and citrus facets give it a fresh, aromatic character with a warm, resinous core.

The opening is bright and peppery: neroli and bergamot add sunny citrus and orange-blossom freshness, while black pepper gives a crisp spice. The heart is herbal and floral, as clary sage and lavender bring a clean aromatic note, violet a soft powderiness and labdanum, the resin of the rock rose, a warm, ambery, slightly leathery depth. The base is dry and earthy, with patchouli and vetiver giving a woody, faintly smoky finish over a touch of amber.

Most wearers report moderate to long-lasting wear and a mostly moderate trail. It is voted for spring, then summer, and almost equally for day and night. That makes it a versatile choice, from office days to evening dinners, for someone who likes an aromatic woody scent with a resinous warmth.

Rock Rose — for men fragrance by Clive Christian (released 2016). Top notes: Bergamot, Neroli, Black Pepper. Heart notes: Lavender, Clary Sage, Violet, Labdanum. Base notes: Cacao, Vetiver, Amber, Patchouli. — Parfica open fragrance database