Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte
Ermenegildo Zegna

Zegna Forte

SpicyCitrusSweetAromaticMuskyLeather

Zegna Forte by Ermenegildo Zegnais a Amber fragrance for men. Zegna Forte was launched in 2010. Top notes are Ginger, Pink Pepper, Citruses, Grapefruit and Lemon; middle notes are White Honey, Tobacco and Lavender; base notes are Tonka Bean, Amber and Woodsy Notes.

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 Zegna Forte

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

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Common questions about Zegna Forte

What does Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte smell like?+

Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte is a spicy, citrus, and sweet fragrance. The opening is ginger, lemon, and grapefruit. the heart settles on white honey, lavender, and citruses. the dry-down rests on tonka bean, amber, and woodsy notes.

How long does Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte last on skin?+

Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte 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 Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte?+

Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte projects at a strong level (4/5 sillage). Expect it to fill a room and announce itself before you arrive.

When should I wear Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte?+

Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte 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 Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte 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 Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte fits collectors looking for spicy, citrus, and sweet signature. ScentCast members can add Ermenegildo Zegna Zegna Forte 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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