men
Balenciaga
Portos
Main Accords
leatheraromaticwoodyambersmokywarm spicymuskybalsamicanimalicearthy
Head Notes:Galbanum, Coriander, Artemisia, Bergamot, Cumin
Heart Notes:Carnation, Patchouli, Geranium, Vetiver, Virginia Cedar, Jasmine
Lasting Impressions:Castoreum, Leather, Myrhh, Incense, oak moss, French labdanum, Musk
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Overall Rating
4.4/5Based on 22 votes
Sillage
Strong
IntimateModerateStrong
Longevity
9.3 hours
0 hr6 hr12 hr+
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About this fragrance
Portos by Balenciaga Portos by Balenciaga is a Woody Chypre fragrance for men. Portos was launched in 1980. Top notes are Galbanum, Coriander, Artemisia, Bergamot and Cumin; middle notes are Carnation, Patchouli, Geranium, Vetiver, Virginia Cedar and Jasmine; base notes are Castoreum, Leather, Myrhh, Incense, oak moss, French labdanum and Musk. Portos is a masculine fragrance launched in 1980. Top notes: artemisia, cu....
Launch Year1980
ConcentrationEau de Parfum
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Portos is frequently compared to the classic Aramis fragrance, noted for its rich, animalic leather and spicy notes. Many reviewers appreciate its vintage masculine character and complexity, though some feel it falls short of justifying its price, especially considering its discontinued status.
What people love
Rich, complex blend with animalic and leather notesStrong vintage masculine character reminiscent of the 80sGood longevity and projection
Common Concerns
Perceived as a dupe of Aramis, not worth the high priceSome find it overly bold or dated for modern tastesDiscontinued status leading to inflated prices
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