A luminous Italian citrus aromatic with elegant bite, Nio opens in a rush of vibrant bergamot and green facets lifted by neroli before gliding into a cool spicy heart and a dry down of refined woods and amber. Xerjoff frames it within the Shooting Stars universe and even ties its name to a historic meteorite, while Fragrantica emphasizes the crisp citrus, green nuance, and polished woody spice that make it an effortless warm-weather signature with evening poise.
Launch and Perfumer
Launched in 2009. Perfumer not officially disclosed by the brand.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Bergamot, Green notes, Neroli
Heart: Cardamom, Pink pepper, Jasmine, Nutmeg
Base: Vetiver, Virginia cedar, Guaiac wood, Amber, Patchouli
Story and Positioning
Part of Xerjoff’s Shooting Stars collection, Nio takes inspiration from the Nio meteorite and the wider celestial narrative of meteor falls that define the line. It presents a suave take on citrus and vetiver with gentle spice that reads crisp, green, and urbane. In wearer conversations it is often placed near other bright citrus woods signatures, with recurring comparisons to the creamy lemon character of Chanel Allure Homme Edition Blanche and to airy green fresh styles like Mugler Cologne, helping position Nio as a sophisticated summer into evening option.
Bottle and Design
Nio appears in the Shooting Stars flacon rendered in richly tinted glass with a thick, weighted base that sits confidently in the hand. A satin sheen gold tone cap crowns the bottle and a brushed metal name plaque gives a jewelry like accent on the front. The presentation coffret is lined for protection and includes a certified meteorite fragment, a collectible flourish specific to the Shooting Stars line that turns unboxing into a small ceremony and underscores the cosmic theme.
Country of Origin: Italy
Manufacturer: Xerjoff Group S.p.A
Address: Via Carlo Tenivelli 29, Moncalieri 10024, Torino
Country of Manufacture: Italy
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