Peonia Nobile
“Peonia Nobile by Acqua di Parma is a Floral fragrance for women”
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Respected, if divisive — a rose, floral composition with a fresh spicy undertone. Voted best for spring wear, leaning feminine.
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Peonia Nobile by Acqua di Parma was launched in 2016 and crafted by perfumer François Demachy. This fragrance is a floral masterpiece that opens with fresh spicy notes before diving into the heart of rose and fruity accents. The base features warm spices and patchouli, creating an intricate balance between freshness and warmth. Peonia Nobile pays homage to Acqua di Parma’s Italian heritage while offering a modern twist on traditional florals.
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Application Tips
Apply two sprays for a balanced presence throughout the day. The freshness of the top notes lasts about an hour before the warm spices and patchouli begin to take center stage, making it ideal for daytime wear with a subtle evening transition.
François Demachy
Founding perfumer · 238 fragrances · b. 1949 · French
“I grew up in Grasse. The raw materials of perfumery are my mother tongue.”
François Demachy is the in-house perfumer-creator at Christian Dior, a title that places him among the most influential noses in the world. Born in Cannes and raised in Grasse — the historic capital of perfumery — he carries the craft in his blood. Before joining Dior in 2006, he spent two decades at Chanel. At Dior, Demachy has reimagined the house's olfactory heritage while pushing it forward, creating Sauvage (now the world's best-selling men's fragrance), Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet, and the prestigious La Collection Privée series.
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The story behind the bottle.
The scent of fresh peonies in an upscale Milanese boutique, where the soft warmth of spices adds depth to the floral bouquet.
Fig. 01 — Peonia Nobile, Acqua di Parma
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