I don't know what it is about the winter but it also compels me to revert to these dated, manly fragrances. This one is awesome, it's a masterclass in Fougere. Paco Rabanne is herbal(rosemary,sage), fresh and a little green(lavender) and with overriding bass tones of musk and oakmoss. I really enjoy it and I can remember my dad and subsequently me, wearing it in years gone by. Long lasting and powerful this one is a real mans fragrance.