Giovanni Lorenzi Tesoro

Is it Worth It?

This fragrance is best suited for cooler months due to its sugary sweetness and heavy musk. I'd recommend it for casual evening wear rather than professional settings. While the initial impression might draw interest, the synthetic drydown and intense sweetness render it unsuitable for anyone seeking a refined or mature olfactory experience.

Notes & Nuances

Giovanni Lorenzi Tesoro opens with a vegetal blast, leaning heavily into a crushed-leaf accord rather than a bright, sparkling bergamot. The initial impression lacks the nuanced citrus found in the source material. The heart introduces a candied peach note, almost verging on artificially flavored gummy candy, blended with a vague floral bouquet. The promised "sand" note manifests as a chalky, almost mineral undertone, somewhat diverting from the intended composition. The drydown is where the divergence becomes most apparent. A potent musk dominates, overshadowing any subtle woody nuances. The cotton candy accord translates as a sickly sweet, almost burnt sugar effect. The synthetic musk creates a slightly plasticky film on the skin in the final stage.

Projection Power

Longevity is substantial, clocking in at approximately 8 hours on skin. Projection is moderate, extending to about an arm's length for the first 2 hours, then settling closer to the skin. I tested this in both a climate-controlled office environment and during an outdoor stroll on a cool day; the performance remained consistent.