Hermès Jardin Sur Le Nil

4.1
Overall
Accords
citrus
aromatic
floral
fresh spicy
green
Green
Fruity
Citrus
Aquatic
Floral
Notes Pyramid
Top
GrapefruitGreen MangoTomatoCarrot
Heart
LotusBulrushOrangeHyacinthPeony
Base
MuskIrisIncenseLabdanumCinnamon
Community Verdict
Pros & Cons
- ✅ A radiant, zesty green-citrus that defines the genre: transparent, luminous, and unlike anything else.
- ✅ Green mango and carrot opening is unique, vivid, and unforgettable.
- ✅ Ellena's masterclass in translucent naturalism — feels genuinely like a place.
- ✅ Utterly unique green mango and vegetal scent profile
- ✅ Masterpiece of perfumery by Jean-Claude Ellena
- ✅ Incredibly refreshing and perfect for hot weather
- ✅ Elegant, sophisticated, and timeless
- ✅ Perfectly unisex and versatile for daytime
- ❌ Longevity is modest — you are buying an experience, not a performance.
- ❌ The vegetable-green opening can wrong-foot first-time wearers.
- ❌ Moderate longevity and sillage, as expected from an EDT
- ❌ The initial vegetal notes can be polarizing for some
- ❌ Premium price point for its performance class
- ❌ Soft projection may feel too subtle for some
- ❌ Not ideal for cold weather or late-night outings