Rosendo Mateu No 8 EDP

Description

No 8 opens on juicy pineapple, apple and pear, then turns warm with cinnamon, amber and vanilla. Its full name is Nº 8 Fruity, Amber, Exotic Musk. The Barcelona house Rosendo Mateu Olfactive Expressions unveiled it at Esxence in Milan in 2024, composed by Rosendo Mateu, his son Joan Mateu and Marc Daniel Heimgartner. Pineapple, apple, pear and citrus open it, a heart of cinnamon, Bulgarian rose, iris, patchouli and amber adds depth, and vanilla, cedar, guaiac wood and vetiver finish it. Reviewers describe a fruity, sweet scent with woody undertones and a spiced middle.

Scent Character

Translation: a sweet fruit-and-vanilla core resting on cedar and guaiac wood. The spice, amber, citrus and rose each play a small supporting part.

Fragrance Pyramid

• Top: Pineapple, Apple, Pear, Citrus
• Heart: Cinnamon, Bulgarian Rose, Iris, Patchouli, Amber
• Base: Vanilla, Cedar, Guaiac Wood, Vetiver

Performance

Longevity: Around 4–6 hours on skin, sometimes more.
Sillage: Moderate.
Projection: About arm's length for the first couple of hours, then closer.

An honest note: it performs well for a fruity scent but is not a beast. Reapply for a long evening.

Best Occasions & Season

Versatile across Spring and Fall, for leisure, daytime outings and a night out. Unisex. The fruit makes it cheerful in warmer weather and the amber and vanilla carry it into cooler months. Skip it if you dislike fruity-sweet openings.

Concentration & Provenance

Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Perfumer: Rosendo Mateu, Joan Mateu and Marc Daniel Heimgartner
House: Rosendo Mateu Olfactive Expressions, Barcelona, Spain
Launched: 2024, with no reformulation on record

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FAQ

What does Rosendo Mateu No 8 smell like?
Pineapple, apple and pear at first, then cinnamon, rose and amber, drying down to vanilla over cedar and guaiac wood.

Does it contain oud?
No. The darker warmth in the heart comes from amber and patchouli, not agarwood.

How long does it last?
Around 4–6 hours for most wearers.

Is it men's or women's?
Unisex, with a slight lean toward sweeter, fruit-forward tastes.