Mediterraneo, from Carthusia was released in 2003. The perfumer behind this creation is Laura Bosetti Tonatto. It has the top notes of Bergamot, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Litsea Cubeba, Mint, and Thyme, middle notes of Cardamom, Jasmine, Mandarin Orange, and Wildflowers, and base notes of Musk.
This fragrance is special. Somehow captures all that sicilian juicy, fruitiness a lemon which is not at all sharp but superbly realistic. It has the cooling effect of a summer breeze lightly spiced with cardamom and somehow a touch of those wild flowers. Green tea is a perfect companion for this light, perfect scent...reminds me of Iced tea and Lemon. I'm head over heels for Carthusia Mediteraneo just the remedy for hot weather. I've smelled a few citruses which have made me rethink this entire olfactive group recently but this one is a real achievement. The longevity is not great and it doesn't have any surprises underneath in terms of base notes and as such, is pretty linear affair. Not so good...but I still kinda wanna add it to my collection, it's that good.