Icon Racing, from Alfred Dunhill was released in 2017. The perfumer behind this creation is Laurent Le Guernec. It has the top notes of Bergamot, Cardamom, and Grapefruit, middle notes of Lavender, Orange Blossom, and Pepper, and base notes of Guaiac Wood, Musk, and Vetiver.
A fragrance that doesn’t open well for me, a very ‘of the moment’ vibe to it and what I considered to be a bit of a messy composition, not unpleasant just that usual swirling mix of too many notes, which is neither one thing or the other. However, I have to say the way it settles down Icon racing really comes into its own. The oud in the base, although quite typical of a designer sort of oud is actually quite pleasant combined with the caradmom and white floral of the original it’s kinda creamy and enjoyable. This is a passable woody scent and that base of vetiver/oud/cedar is nice and the orange blossom is long lasting. Doesn’t stand out enough to peak my interest but I liked it more towards the end for sure.