WS-PP-1992

Minotaure

1992Men

aromatic up front, then vanilla, settling into woody.

Minotaure by Paloma Picasso is a Oriental fragrance for men. Minotaure was launched in 1992. The nose behind this fragrance is Michel Almairac. Top notes are Fruity Notes, Aldehydes, Bergamot, Galbanum, Tarragon and Coriander; middle notes are Geranium, Jasmine, Rose and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Musk,…

aromatic vanilla woody powdery

Nose: Michel Almairac

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Fruity Notes, Aldehydes, Bergamot, Galbanum, Tarragon, Coriander
Heart· 2–4h
Geranium, Jasmine, Rose, Lily-of-the-Valley
Drydown· 6h+
Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Musk, Amber, Cedar

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

75%

59%

56%

56%

51%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall31%Spring29%Winter22%Summer19%Day53%Night47%Wears lean male38%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Minotaure smell like?

aromatic up front, then vanilla, settling into woody. Dominant accords: aromatic, vanilla, woody.

What notes are in Minotaure?

Top: Fruity Notes, Aldehydes, Bergamot, Galbanum, Tarragon, Coriander. Heart: Geranium, Jasmine, Rose, Lily-of-the-Valley. Base: Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Musk, Amber, Cedar.

How long does Minotaure last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Minotaure loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Minotaure best for?

Fall is the top pick (31%). Spring is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Minotaure?

Day wear leads at 53%. Night is a secondary pick at 47%.

Is Minotaure for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 38% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Minotaure?

Composed by Michel Almairac. Released in 1992.