A luminous floral chypre with a theatrical flourish, La Tosca opens in a wash of sunlit Italian citrus before violet leaf and a cool eucalyptus accent lift a poised bouquet of Bulgarian rose, settling into a silken base where patchouli, amber, musk, and Madagascar vanilla create a refined glow that feels elegant, romantic, and unmistakably Italian on skin.
Launch and Perfumer
Launched in 2015. Perfumer: Chris Maurice.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Green mandarin, cold-pressed Italian lemon.
Heart: Violet leaf, Eucalyptus, Bulgarian rose.
Base: Patchouli, Amber, Musk, Madagascar vanilla.
Story and Positioning
Part of Xerjoff’s Casamorati collection, La Tosca is framed as a tribute to Italian opera and the Art Nouveau spirit, inspired by Puccini’s masterpiece and crafted to evoke period elegance with modern clarity. If you enjoy violet-centered florals with airy musk and soft vanilla. Often mentioned in parallel to Guerlain Insolence Eau de Parfum and Rancé 1795 Elise, placing La Tosca among polished, romantic florals with a fresh green lift. The scent family also extends to a coordinated hair mist for a lighter veil.
Bottle and Design
Presented in the signature Casamorati silhouette, La Tosca arrives in deep purple glass finished with an embossed crest medallion, a satin-like cord with tassel, and a weighty metal cap that gives a satisfying click. The richly colored flacon and ornate label recall vintage Italian perfumery, while the overall build feels contemporary and collectible on a vanity.
Country of Origin: Italy
Manufacturer: Xerjoff Group S.p.A
Address: Via Carlo Tenivelli 29, Moncalieri, Torino, Italy, 10024
Country of Manufacture: Italy
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