Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black
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Cerruti 1881 Black

CitrusSpicyWoodyAromatic

Cerruti 1881 Black by Cerrutiis a Amber Woody fragrance for men. Cerruti 1881 Black was launched in 2006. The nose behind this fragrance is Michel Girard. Top notes are Bitter Orange, Lavender and Pepper; middle notes are Nutmeg, Caraway and Cedar; base notes are Marzipan, Agarwood (Oud) and Guaiac Wood.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Heart notes
15 minutes – 2 hours
Base notes
2+ hours, dry-down

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity8+ hrs
Sillage (projection)Strong

When to wear Cerruti 1881 Black

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about Cerruti 1881 Black

What does Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black smell like?+

Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black is a citrus, spicy, and woody fragrance. The opening is bitter orange and pepper. the heart settles on marzipan, nutmeg, and caraway. the dry-down rests on agarwood (oud) and guaiac wood.

How long does Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black last on skin?+

Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black is estimated to last 8+ hrs on skin (a 5/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black?+

Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black?+

Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black fits collectors looking for citrus, spicy, and woody signature. ScentCast members can add Cerruti Cerruti 1881 Black to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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