Sigismondo was inspired by one of the most famous and fearless leaders in medieval Italian history. As lord of Gradara Castle, home of the Terenzi family, he ruled here together with his wife Isotta and vigorously defended the fortress during the long siege known as the ‘Assedio’.
The Sigismondo fragrance opens with the power and vigour of precious Italian saffron, carefully balanced with Ceylon cinnamon. The beguiling heart consists of precious woods, with red patchouli and Cambodian oud standing out, mixed with the seductive notes of Bulgarian rose and powerful, aphrodisiac Indian nagarmotha. This majestic composition stands on a grand foundation. The animalistic power of precious black oud from India embraces the sweetness of vanilla pods, mixed with ambergris and musk.
The velvet bottle collection – The Gradara lovers' collection
This collection is dedicated to the important medieval prince Sigismondo Malatesta and his wife Isotta. He was a cultured and educated ruler who married his beloved Isotta degli Atti in 1456. They lived in the famous castle of Gradara, home of the Terenzi family. Sigismondo and Isotta – a story of love!
