Erba Gold by Xerjoff
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Description
Erba Gold by Xerjoff is an olfactive fragrance for men and women launched in 2016. The top notes are Brazilian orange, Sicilian lemon, Calabrian bergamot and ginger; the heart notes are melon, pear, green apple, cinnamon, Guatemalan cardamom and cloves; the base notes are white musk, Madagascar vanilla, amber and woody notes.
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Key notes
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Top
Brazilian Orange
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Heart
Melon
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Base
white musk
Community
2,860 votes
- Positive 84%
- Negative 7.8%
- Neutral 7.9%
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Season
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About Erba Gold
Erba Gold by Xerjoff is an olfactive fragrance for men and women launched in 2016. The top notes are Brazilian orange, Sicilian lemon, Calabrian bergamot and ginger; the heart notes are melon, pear, green apple, cinnamon, Guatemalan cardamom and cloves; the base notes are white musk, Madagascar vanilla, amber and woody notes.
Fruits, vegetables and nuts Spices Musk, amber and animalic Woods and mosses
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
1,585 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Strong
1,547 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
1,734 votes
Value perception
Leading answer A little expensive
1,536 votes
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SebastianP
The king of young, summery scents. A perfect balance between fruity, citrusy and woody notes, with that roundness and quality only Xerjoff can deliver. Upon spraying, it’s addictive: melon, apple and citrus dominate, and curiously it smells of mango even though it’s not listed. Lasts 8-9 hours on skin and up to two days on clothes. Projects to two metres for the first 2-3 hours, then sits closer to the skin. It shares the DNA of Erba Pura, but this is superior; Erba Pura is beastly and very synthetic, whereas Erba Gold feels more realistic, masculine and unisex. Ideal for smelling exquisite and different. 10/10.
dankko
A rich and sweet fragrance, featuring that fruity innovation with an Erba Pura base. It’s not super masculine; it’s a unisex scent made for the young. Smells fantastic, with great projection and a heavy sillage. Designed for summer or spring. The price is niche, elevated as is the entire Xerjoff range.
M4ri4
In the air, it smells like Amber Oud Gold Edition.
Diego Parfum de Marly
They all stem from a variant of Erba Pura, but this one is very different. Erba Pura always caught my attention; I tried decants and clones without being convinced because I found it too loud. Here, that harshness is toned down; the fruit features a rich, undeclared mango note, with ginger similar to Vulcan Feu but more refined. It doesn’t feel sticky. The best part is the cardamom, which becomes powdery and more masculine as it dries, reminiscent of YSL’s Nuit, but with that fruit cocktail. The phases are incredible: citrus opening, then sweet from the fruits, followed by spiced and sharp ginger, then powdery cardamom, and finally woody. It doesn’t last or project like Erba Pura, which is the only thing I envy, but as a perfume, it’s much better.
Manochello
My heart was deceived. To be honest, it enchants me every time I catch a whiff, but it leaves no trail and has no projection. It sits very close to the skin for what it costs; I wouldn’t buy it again.
Gary OM
It dries down very similar to Erba Pura, but for me, it has better performance. I see it as a more youthful scent, and to a certain point, feminine. I love it, but it’s a common smell, though versatile. The performance is good, but there isn’t much exclusivity. Lattafa Confidential Private Gold, Bharara King and Jo Milano Paris Game of Spades King offer better performance and are muuuuch cheaper. If you want to buy it… 100% recommended.
Santuccie
This one is truly a gem. Erba Pura is extremely common, but Erba Gold retains that DNA while adding a more elegant and masculine twist, making it truly worth it. I’m not saying Erba Pura is useless, but Erba Gold is what sets you apart. It’s like saying: ‘Yes, I know the vibe, but I wear the refined version’. A Xerjoff with presence, brilliance and that just right difference to ensure you don’t smell like everyone else.
JuannnM
Truly cloying. Its cousin, Erba Pura, which I also find cloying, is more bearable than this one. They went too far this time.
JuannnM
Truly cloying! Its cousin, the Erba Pura, which I also find cloying, is more bearable than this. Here they went too far again.
PerfúmateAqui_
Much less brash than Erba Pura. It smells fresh and fruity, evolving into a woody finish.
Lolito_BBQ
It’s a perfect 10 out of 10. I recommend it 100%.
FranFreddy
If you like Erba Pura, you might be disappointed, especially regarding projection. It continues to explore Xerjoff’s fruit basket with musk, plus added cinnamon and spices. Suitable for all seasons, an absolute all-rounder.
porrero
They were right, it smells like fruit vape. It smells better as time passes but it is too artificial for my taste.
porrero
They’re right; it smells like fruity vape juice. It improves with time, but for me, it remains very artificial.
titancilo
My third blind Xerjoff purchase. Impressive at first, with excellent fruit notes. The longevity is short, perhaps due to the heat and my motorbike, but I’ll keep testing. If it holds up, it will be an absolute top-tier scent.
FranzPR
I bought Erba Gold with some trepidation. I was expecting the typical aroma of Pura, which already smells everywhere and overwhelms me. But they have nothing in common. The opening is fresh, vibrant, luminous, and almost addictive. The dry-down is spectacular: warm, enveloping, elegant, and sophisticated. If you’re unsure, it’s a safe purchase. Nothing generic or cloying. A true jewel from Xerjoff.
FranzPR
I bought Erba Gold with fear, I admit. I was thinking of the typical Erba Pura aroma, which smells everywhere and finds me unbearable. Fortunately, they have nothing to do with each other. The opening is fresh, vibrant, luminous, almost addictive. The best comes later: the dry down is spectacular, warm, enveloping, elegant, sophisticated, far from what you would expect if you come conditioned by the Pura. For those who hesitate: a completely safe purchase. Nothing generic, nothing cloying. A jewel in the Xerjoff catalogue.
fernadie
I tried it today and it’s exquisite. Totally unisex and wearable all year round.
Gevm
I love it. It’s a sparkling cocktail of fruits. On my skin, it lasts over eight hours without becoming a clone, with good trail and projection. Although it’s suited for heat, on gloomy winter days it lifts my spirits. I love layering it. A perfect perfume for me for day and evening.
Lucho942024
I bought it to replace Erba Pura and it hasn’t disappointed. The projection and longevity are brutal; it smells more masculine. A 100% compliment generator.
cley
I feel it’s almost a clone of Kajal’s Dahab (no offence, 🤭). It’s rich, slightly common, but smells very rich. I also detect a hint of JG Scandal Absolu in the dry-down, but it’s more refined.
Greyone
Fantastic. The structure is similar to Erba Pura but better, because the fruit core is accompanied by an orange-mango citrus throughout the life of the fragrance. The musk base is the best of the house; vanilla and wood round it off without taking centre stage. Longevity and projection are enormous. Ideal for day or night, depending on taste. Suitable for all ages, although it calls for a young, graceful soul, and is totally unisex. One of the best.
Greyone
Fantastic. Similar structure to Pura but better, because the citrus (orange and mango) accompanies the fruits throughout. The base musk is the best of the house, with vanilla and wood that round it off without dominating. Longevity and projection are enormous. Suitable for day or night depending on your mood. For all ages, but it requires a young, graceful soul. Totally unisex. One of the best.
darlenerock
Finally tried Erba Pura Gold and wow, it’s almost identical to the classic but more balanced, less strident and heavy. I loved it. I noticed a hint of passion fruit not listed, perhaps due to the melon mixed with other fruits. Although having both makes sense, it seems absurd how similar they are. When I finish my bottle of the original, this is next on my list; I liked it immensely.
Ente
Smells like potassium with ambroxane, mainly for women.
Toniazor
Since when does smelling like fruit count as feminine?
ddjvigo
I agree with others: this Erba Gold leans more fruity and is less shrill and overwhelming than the EP. Although it distinguishes itself, it is very similar, so I would hardly recommend it if you already own the original. It is like an improved version of the EP, more bearable in every way.
ddjvigo
Agree with others: this Erba Gold is fruitier and less shrill than the EP. Still, hard to recommend if you already have the original, as while it differs, it’s very similar. It’s like an improved version, more wearable overall.
Samar
Erba Gold by Xerjoff, wow! True to its name, pure gold, what a marvel. I fell in love from the first spray; it is an exquisite broth that lasts hours on my skin, leaving a beautiful, magical trail, even after hours, and an eternity on clothes. It is not indifferent; it is one of the first in my collection. If you are looking for a citrus scent with a trail, this is undoubtedly the one to make a mark! As for florals, I stop smelling them after two hours, but Erba Gold begins as a sparkling citrus ode and ends in sweet, non-cloying fruit thanks to the musk, cardamom, acidity, and amber, making it unisex.
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