Andy Tauer's genius has always been his ability to see past—or perhaps not see past—convention, in service of his unique vision of the scents and notes he loves. So, while for most, a “normal” tuberose would default to cool, creamy, white floral territory, Andy's Sotto La Luna Tuberose turns the other way, imagining a beguiling green, peppery rose that brings the “Queen of the Night” into the warm, bright light of day. Longtime Tauer fans will have special reason to rejoice, because from the first clove-spiced, galbanum-rich spray, it's clear that Sotto La Luna Tuberose is a throwback to Tauer's most recognizable and iconic fragrances. Weaving through the rich, spicy warmth of this full-bodied Tauerade, a heavy dose of natural tuberose absolute asserts itself—creamy and floral as you'd expect, but expertly blended with sweet ylang-ylang and stem-jasmine so that the ingredients are bathed in vibrant warmth and fresh, green tones that feel spicy, natural, and utterly unique. As soft woods , patchouli , and a swift, musky amber base emerge, the tuberose is softened and lifted, wonderfully recognizable while still standing apart from any tuberose we've smelled before. Is Sotto La Luna Tuberose a typical unadorned soliflore? Perhaps not conventionally. But in a very real sense, that's exactly what it is: a unique, artistic vision of tuberose, as only Andy Tower could bring us.
Perfume components
Editorial:
Clove, galbanum, cinnamon, geranium
Heart of the perfume:
Roman tuberose, ylang-ylang, jasmine
The rule:
Roman musk, amber, patchouli
