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Xeryus Rouge

1995 · For men · Amber & Resinous

Xeryus Rouge by Givenchy was launched in 1995, an amber & resinous fragrance for men. Its accord profile is led by warm spicy, woody and aromatic. Key notes: Pimento, African Geranium and Cedar.

At a glance

Dominant accordswarm spicy, woody, aromatic
Key notesPimento, African Geranium, Cedar
Community rating4.23/5 from 3,109 votes

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Accord profile

warm spicy15%woody12%aromatic12%fresh spicy11%green9%powdery9%citrus9%musky8%fresh8%herbal8%

Note pyramid

Top, heart and base notes as recorded for this composition. Each note links to every other fragrance in the database that uses it.

Top notes

  • Fresh
  • Green Thanks To Kumquat

Heart notes

About this fragrance

Written from the structured record above — note pyramid, accord weights, perfumer credit and era.

Xeryus Rouge (1995) is Givenchy's spicier, warmer reinterpretation of the original Xeryus. It opens with a crisp, green burst of kumquat — a small citrus fruit that lends a bitter-sweet freshness rather than a sugary one. The heart quickly turns up the heat: pimento (allspice) and African geranium add a peppery, aromatic bite, while cedar begins to build a woody spine. In the base, sandalwood, more cedar, and white musk create a smooth, powdery, and resinous finish. The overall effect is a dense, warm-spicy oriental fougere with prominent woody and aromatic facets. Collectors who enjoy 1990s powerhouses like Dolce & Gabbana Pour Homme or Gucci Nobile will find Xeryus Rouge a worthy, lesser-seen alternative. It suits cooler weather and evening wear, and its assertive character makes it best for confident, mature wearers. The drydown is long-lasting and slightly sweet, with the musk softening the spices over time.

中文簡介

Xeryus Rouge(1995)係 Givenchy 將原版 Xeryus 重新詮釋嘅暖香料版本。前調用金桔帶出清新微苦嘅綠意,唔係甜膩嘅柑橘。中調嘅多香果同非洲天竺葵即刻加熱,散發胡椒般嘅辛香,雪松同時築起木質骨架。基調嘅檀香、雪松同白麝香交織出柔滑、帶粉感嘅樹脂結尾。整體係一款濃郁嘅東方馥奇,暖辛、木質同芳香並重。適合鍾情九十年代經典男士香水嘅收藏家,秋冬夜晚使用最啱,氣質成熟自信。留香持久,尾調會越嚟越柔順。

Reference data

HouseGivenchy
NameXeryus Rouge
Launched1995
Marketed asFor men
Dominant familyAmber & Resinous
Notes recorded8
Accords10

Quick answers

Short factual answers compiled from the structured record above.

What are the notes in Xeryus Rouge?

Xeryus Rouge by Givenchy: top notes are Fresh and Green Thanks To Kumquat; heart notes are Pimento, African Geranium and Cedar; base notes are Sandalwood, Cedar and White Musk.

What accords does Xeryus Rouge have?

The dominant accords recorded for Xeryus Rouge are warm spicy (100.0%); woody (82.6%); aromatic (81.2%); fresh spicy (74.9%); green (61.8%).

When was Xeryus Rouge launched?

Xeryus Rouge by Givenchy was first released in 1995.

What does Xeryus Rouge smell like?

Xeryus Rouge is recorded as a amber & resinous fragrance, centred on Pimento, African Geranium and Cedar.

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