LavenderOpens with
NeroliHeart
OakmossDries down to
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Penhaligon's · Sold as masculine
Douro
The moment you step into an open meadow where the sun meets the dew, and the air is filled with a blend of fresh earth and aromatic herbs.
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DouroPremium · $100–250
50%Similar accords, often for lessEternity For Men · Calvin KleinMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 18 notes8 matches →How it wears
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HeartThe Soul
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2004 by Penhaligon's and crafted by Michael Pickthall, Douro is a fragrance that captures the essence of a fresh, invigorating journey through a lush landscape. The opening notes of lemon, lime, and mandarin orange are crisp and energizing, while lavender and basil add an aromatic depth. As the scent evolves, geranium and lily-of-the-valley introduce a soft floral heart, which is then grounded by oakmoss and labdanum. Sandalwood and musk provide a warm, earthy base that keeps Douro from feeling too light.
Douro's citrus opening is bright but fleeting, so apply two sprays initially to ensure it lingers. As the scent settles into its woody base, it becomes more intimate and close-to-skin, making it ideal for daytime wear.
Fig. 01 — Douro, Penhaligon's
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Michael Pickthall
Michael Pickthall was a senior perfumer at IFF before he and his brother Terence left to found Contemporary Perfumers Ltd (CPL) in 1971, which grew into the largest privately owned fragrance house in the UK.
Designer Penhaligon's
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 47%, disliked or hated by 9%.