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Un Jardin Sur Le Nil
Hermes

Un Jardin Sur Le Nil

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Hermès Un Jardin sur le Nil is a beloved and iconic fragrance, released in 2005 and created by the legendary in-house perfumer, Jean-Claude Ellena. It's part of Hermès' "Parfums-Jardins" collection, which aims to evoke the essence of various gardens and natural landscapes.

Fragrance Family and Concept: Un Jardin sur le Nil is often classified as a Floral Fruity or Green Woody fragrance. Its concept is an "impressionistic stroll through the garden islands on the Nile at Aswan, Egypt." It's designed to be fresh, ethereal, and to capture the scents of life, generosity, and the vibrant flora along the river. Ellena's signature style of "transparency" is very evident here, creating a scent that feels light yet nuanced.

Key Notes and Scent Profile: The magic of Un Jardin sur le Nil lies in its unique and harmonious blend of notes:

  • Green Mango: This is the most prominent and distinctive note. It's not a sweet, ripe, or juicy mango, but rather the tangy, slightly tart, and even slightly savory scent of an unripe green mango. This gives the fragrance its signature "zing."

  • Grapefruit: Contributes to the refreshing, slightly bitter, and sparkling citrus opening, often mingling with the green mango to create a vibrant, effervescent effect.

  • Lotus Flower: Provides a delicate, watery, and slightly aquatic floral touch, evoking the serene water lilies found on the Nile.

  • Sycamore Wood: Offers a gentle, elegant woody base that grounds the fresher notes without making the fragrance heavy. It's a clean, subtle woodiness.

  • Tomato Leaf/Carrot: While not always listed as official notes, many people perceive a green, slightly earthy, and even subtly sweet vegetal nuance, reminiscent of a thriving garden. This adds to its unique, naturalistic feel.

  • Incense: A very subtle touch of incense adds a whisper of warmth and a touch of mysterious depth in the drydown, but it's far from a smoky or heavy incense.

What Makes it Unique:

  • "Green" Freshness: Unlike many typical fresh fragrances that rely on clean laundry or aquatic notes, Un Jardin sur le Nil achieves its freshness through green, fruity, and vegetal elements.

  • Unconventional Mango: The green mango note is highly distinctive and sets it apart from other fruity scents.

  • Transparency and Lightness: It embodies Jean-Claude Ellena's minimalist yet complex style, feeling airy and luminous while still having character.

  • Unisex Appeal: Although often marketed towards women, its non-sweet, fresh, and woody character makes it incredibly popular and suitable for men as well. It's truly a unisex masterpiece.

  • Evocative of Place: It successfully transports the wearer to a lush, watery garden, even if that garden is an imaginative one.

Performance and Versatility: Un Jardin sur le Nil is an Eau de Toilette and typically has moderate longevity (around 4-6 hours on skin) and soft to moderate sillage. It's often considered a perfect scent for spring and summer, and for daytime wear, due to its refreshing and uplifting qualities. However, its unique character makes it a versatile choice for anyone seeking a sophisticated and distinctive fresh scent year-round.

It has remained a highly popular fragrance since its launch and is a staple in many perfume collections.