Tomato LeafOpens with
GeraniumHeart
oak mossDries down to
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Penhaligon's · Sold as masculine
Esprit du Roi
The crispness of a freshly cut tomato, juxtaposed against the rich earthiness of an old library where history whispers through leather-bound volumes and woody notes.
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Esprit du RoiPremium · $100–250
44%Similar accords, often for lessPolo Sport · Ralph LaurenMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 20 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2011 by Penhaligon's, Esprit du Roi is a fragrance that bridges the brand’s heritage with modern olfactory innovation. Created by Bertrand Duchaufour, this aromatic composition opens with tomato leaf and mint, offering a fresh spicy contrast that gives way to an intricate heart of citruses, cardamom, and jasmine. The base notes of oak moss, vetiver, and sandalwood create a warm, earthy foundation. Esprit du Roi is neither just a nod to Penhaligon's storied past nor a fully modern creation; it is a balanced statement that honors tradition while embracing contemporary sophistication.
Apply one or two sprays to your pulse points — the bright top notes are fleeting but impactful. The warmth of the base emerges after about an hour, so this fragrance is best suited for daytime wear when you want a scent that evolves gracefully throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Esprit du Roi, Penhaligon's
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Bertrand Duchaufour
The world traveler's noseBertrand Duchaufour is a perfumer-adventurer whose creations read like a travelogue of the senses. Trained at Roure (now Givaudan), his work draws deeply from his journeys through Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and sub-Saharan Africa.
“The art of perfumery must be at the same time, innovative, harmonius, and “sent bon”.”
Bertrand Duchaufour · CaFleureBon, October 2010
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The originalEsprit du RoiPenhaligon's · Premium · $100–250Ralph Lauren · 1994Polo SportShares 6 of its 20 notes$40–100★ 3.94 (2,724)46%Match
RasasiOudh Al MiskShares 6 of its 12 notesunder $40★ 4.05 (266)44%Match
Hugo Boss · 1987Boss SportShares 6 of its 23 notes$40–100★ 4.31 (159)45%Match
Versace · 2002Versace Woman SummerShares 6 of its 11 notes$40–100★ 3.63 (68)
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 42%, disliked or hated by 9%.