Like a ride along the shores of Lake Maggiore, Marc-Antoine Barrois’ Ganymede is reminiscent of windswept oceans and a mythical aesthetic. The fragrance — inspired by the largest moon of Jupiter and Greek hero Ganymede — stands out in the current niche perfume landscape with its unexpected blend of contrasting harmonies. It begins with notes of vibrant mandarin, followed by the spicy and subtly salty nuances of immortelle, before transitioning into a metallic, mineral leather accord that tantalises the senses.

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