Heritage Eau de Toilette

40 reseñas

Mostrando las más recientes primero.

• Juan Richart Ruiz 9

  January 14, 2014

  

  Heritage concentrates all the heritage of Guerlain’s perfumery tradition. I agree that it is somewhat old-fashioned and conservative, but I am in my twenties and it is one of my favourites. On my skin it does not smell old-fashioned, but classic. Whether it is old or not is subjective, although the passage of time is noticeable. Although it does not have the magnetism of Habit Rouge, it is very Guerlain, with the ‘Guerlinade’ in the dry-down, that distinctive olfactory DNA. In short, it is classic, conservative, very masculine, slightly sweet in phases, elegant, and very Guerlain. I recommend it for formal occasions, it conveys seriousness. Preferable for autumn and winter, or spring-summer evenings with non-generous application, as the woody sweetness can create a dense and oppressive atmosphere in the heat. For mature people, although I, at 20 years old, love it. About tastes, nothing is written. Curiosity: it is similar to Bois du Portugal by Creed. Some call it ‘the male Samsara’. I give it an 8: it is not innovative, but it embodies the tradition of Guerlain with wisdom and finesse.

• Rozz

  January 20, 2014

  

  “COF…COF…NO THANKS!” The opening is very sweet, very strong, and masculine. It is a heavy woody aroma that suffocates and feels old-fashioned, ideal for gentlemen of the old school, methodical and conservative. After an hour, it drops and becomes more bearable (linear). I thought it was perfume because of how ‘heavy’ it was, but it was a cologne water. Ideal for cold climates and casual use (day/night). What about age? I am sorry for men over 60. I like classic, heavy, elegant, and a bit ‘stuffy’ aromas. Opium by YSL, Lalique Pour Homme (neoclassical), Boucheron Jaipur, and Eau Sauvage are great fragrances I enjoy, but HERITAGE… no thanks!

• beto_ruiz

  June 11, 2014

  

  Heritage is a lotion with a strong, citrusy, and wild opening. It handles a classic style but is very rich. I would recommend using it with moderation; with two sprays you will attract attention. The dry-down is pleasant with tones of patchouli and leather. I see it for special occasions and people over 40. I like l’Instant from the same house more; the seller saw it for country people, rough and very masculine, and I think she is right, although everyone has their opinion. It has more 80s soul than 90s, durable and intense as few. Update: I found a great similarity to Carlo Corinto Classic, definitely I will keep it. I have heard of the recent version and still believe it has great personality.

• juancar7777

  June 20, 2014

  

  Jean Paul Guerlain did inimitable work for all tastes. Normally they are fragrances that are very noticeable; this Heritage is floral with a great touch of 90s patchouli, with an 80s imprint. I think the oriental leather of Habit Rouge from 1965 is better, although this one is more worked and striking without shouting so much. From those years there were also Joop! by Joop (magnificent), Le Male by Gaultier, and others that stand out for duration and occasions. The choice is free, but it must be used with moderation, as the risk of dizziness is real.

• arp

  March 11, 2015

  

  There are many notes, but the standout are sandalwood, patchouli, and amber. Despite the complexity, it is simple: all those notes translate into a Givenchy Gentleman, but lighter, less dense, like its younger brother. Less force, but an almost identical dry-down. For those who wear it, it is like the same fragrance but more diluted, softer. The difference is that Heritage has a sweet touch, whereas Givenchy is more powdery and less sweet. It is good, but I do not consider it a great fragrance nor the most outstanding from Guerlain. Its opening is not very strong or wild. Trail and longevity are moderate: it lasted about 10 hours, 4 hours of moderate trail, and the rest close to the skin. Like Givenchy, it does not suit young people and is for fresh or cold climates. I have the gold cap version, the vintage.

• KID

  March 13, 2015

  

  It is difficult to get in my country, but I have a bottle from 2011. I have always looked for something rainy, earthy, and wild, and Heritage gave it to me. Mysterious, it generates peace, to be enjoyed. Projection is average and longevity is good. It is a different spicy woody fragrance, with a citrus, floral opening and a sweet, amber, and vanilla dry-down (a note not declared here). I especially enjoy it on bare skin. My bottle has a silver cap, so it is the reformulated version, but it is the first time I have used it and I love it; perhaps because I do not notice it being similar to any other. Refined and versatile, it serves for winter and summer with caution in application. I am satisfied and recommend it. An old-fashioned fragrance for older people, well. I do not agree with all that ‘nonsense’: perfumes do not have an age, but quality, and this one has it, which is why it is special. Greetings from Argentina. They say Princess Diana used it and loved it.

• Modadicta

  November 1, 2015

  

  Can you guess who found another hidden treasure in a travel suitcase belonging to their parents? This time, a gem from the 90s with an old-school composition and all the ‘heritage’ of Guerlain. According to reviews, the vintage has a gold cap, so I am glad I found not just a perfume, but the original version. From the start, it is complex: florals, citrus, woody, spicy… a mix of sensations. It opens strong, acid-spicy: bergamot, lemon, patchouli, pepper, and sandalwood. I love the combination of citrus with pepper, even in food. It is attractive from the beginning. Then it becomes more linear, like when an orchestra moves from the loud melody to the quieter parts. A sweet phase enters: bergamot and lemon highlight the pepper and aromatic rose, sharing that ‘sweet’ touch with amber, alongside a fresh and magical jasmine. When I find jasmine, amber, patchouli, roses, and spices, I see the magic. These notes predominate and will give that sensation to many. It has great sentimental value: it has been in so many trips and places, bringing back memories. It reminds me of my father’s perfumes, as if it concentrated the best of all. Regarding the prejudice that only older people can wear it: if older people smell like this, they have good taste! It represents a generation of Guerlain and recalls fragrances from the 80s and before, when they were treasures. Undoubtedly, a fragrance of memory.

• drakecito

  July 4, 2016

  

  Thanks to a friend, I tried this vintage treasure from 2005, completely unknown to me. It is a marvel: excellent, of high quality, and very complex. It opens with powerful lavender that blends with sandalwood, vanilla, leather, amber, patchouli, pepper, rose, and more. I agree with @Modadicta: this is magic and their review is unsurpassed. The result is delicious, classic, and of enormous elegance. It reminds me of the dry-down of Habit Rouge (with lavender instead of lemon), although the current Habit Rouge seems more diluted and less crisp to me. I also thought of the Paul Sebastian cologne, a ‘bargain’ that I love, though this has much more quality and complexity. In short, an exemplary fragrance that exudes class and smells sensational. Unfortunately, perfumes like this are no longer made. Good longevity, though after 3 hours it fades and stays close to the skin. Excellent!

• priethcallas

  August 4, 2016

  

  Reviewed with a vintage bottle from the 90s, perhaps from the original launch. It opens citrusy and floral, with dusty violet, lavender, greens, scarlet, bergamot, and aldehydes. It reminded me of Ungaro Pour L’Homme from that era, but Heritage evolves towards patchouli and woods, leaving the florals in the background. At 4 hours it is sweet with patchouli and confused florals; at 6 hours, a quality sandalwood; at 9 hours, amber, musk, and soft cedar join in. It smells very Guerlain, elegant and timeless, for mature men. With 1ml, the trail is moderate and lasts over 12 hours. Ideal for winter or autumn, formal and for evening wear. Balanced and versatile. I ignore the current reformulation, though I have read complaints about its performance.

• Viewsofpf

  December 16, 2016

  

  A classic that strikes instantly with its complexity, featuring numerous notes that make it suitable for any gender. The best part is that trail it leaves after a few hours; it is definitely worth trying.

• MIQUELEMG

  January 16, 2017

  

  Pure Parisian elegance. I agree largely with priethcallas’s review regarding its notes and phases; the first and last are wonderful, and the middle phase has that little powdered sweetness that doesn’t drive me mad. The reformulation has less potency but retains the quality and personality. Heritage is the scent of a house.

• Bofifa

  January 27, 2017

  

  A delight, a true delight, a perfume difficult to categorise. You might think it is oriental, but it has a fresh and citrusy part that escapes the style. It also feels earthy and masculine, but its ambered sweetness takes it away from alpha-male territory. My story with Heritage is a collection of red herrings. I liked how it smelled, I bought it, and as I left the shop, I smelled my wrist where I had applied it… I didn’t like it at all! It seemed cloying, horrible, almost feminine. Had I gone temporarily mad in the shop? I considered returning it; I had not even unsealed it. And at that moment, while I hesitated, I met a friend and we went for ice cream, and for a while I forgot about Heritage. That night, at home, I thought about it again. And then I realised: Wait… this wrist… I made a mistake! I was smelling the wrong wrist: the one where I had applied a Serge Lutens. I opened the Heritage box, nervous, almost anxious, expecting to find myself again with the aroma that had captivated me in the shop. And there, on my forearm, appeared the portentous spirit of this wonderful fragrance, noble yet humble, arrogant yet sensitive, pragmatic yet romantic, cheerful yet nostalgic. In this knot of contradictions lives Heritage, ready to offer us its shelter at a romantic dinner, on a nocturnal walk through the medieval quarter of a city, in solitary reflections born in a crowded tavern, between the sheets and the shadows of an unknown room. Among the multiple angles of Heritage there is life, there is passion, there is beauty. It is one of the best perfumes that no one can wear. Projection and longevity (modern version) above average. Note: 10/10.

• drakecito

  March 27, 2017

  

  I have a bottle of the new EDT in my hands, totally rectangular, unlike the image on Fragrantica, and my goodness, what a pity. It has been reduced to a mere cologne, totally simplified and lacking nuances. The lavender now smells cheap, the sandalwood has lost its body, and other notes like rose are still there, but it feels as if everything has been ‘reduced’. On the contrary, by reducing or eliminating notes, the vanilla is felt more, and the whole thing turns out a bit sweeter. Let us not misunderstand each other; the current version does not smell bad, it is not unpleasant, it is even fresher, but it feels simplified and cheapened. It has lost much of its charm and quality. Now I see that they also want to save on bottles, releasing many perfumes in the same bottles, changing only the label. Be careful; the new bottle is not bad, but for a person who likes to have many Guerlain perfumes, with the modern ones, they will end up with many identical bottles in the cupboard. I see it as tacky. The vintage version did not perform especially well anyway, and this is just perfumed tap water. Well, it lasts a decent while, but it has lost presence, sillage, and nuances. Anyway, let’s say it goes from a 9/10 to a 6/10. Cheers.

• gelo999

  April 16, 2017

  

  I stick with the Vintage; yes, it is old, but it has charm and radiates quality. Its three well-defined phases are not boring, the longevity is excellent (over six hours), the projection is sensational (if I apply more than two sprays, it expands to over a metre), and the essences are of high quality, not watery. That potent accord of amber with sandalwood and patchouli, detected before the heart notes enter, is the best part of Guerlain. In fact, I have a first edition with gold details and a wood-effect cardboard box, and this smells like a sumptuous, woody oriental, not as much a spiced woody as Fragrantica categorises it. Vintage: 8.5, Current: 6.

• Juanpasiones

  October 22, 2017

  

  The note leading the orchestra in this aromatic symphony is sandalwood. What does Santalum album smell like? It smells of a ritual of spiritual harmony, a market of millennial remedies, a Hindu temple, and shamanism. The three main notes I perceive—sandalwood, patchouli, and lavender—make the dry-down an exquisite experience. Héritage is spiced but not hot, floral but not aggressive, sweet but not cloying, very woody with a creamy and mystical base, and addictive. This aroma will not be easy for novices accustomed to fresh perfumes; it requires a certain bearing and refinement to appreciate the goodness, the classicism, and the intoxication. On my skin, over-applying, it has a moderate sillage of about four hours and a longevity of over 18 hours; if you give someone a hug, they will clearly smell it. What a delight! Waking up late on a Sunday in your partner’s arms, bodies and sheets wrapped in this mystical aroma. One more hug, a little while longer… ‘I woke up again in your arms, and I woke up crying with joy…’

• uhm

  March 15, 2018

  

  It is a whirlwind of difficult-to-explain nuances, a complex and elaborate perfume. For me, the two notes that stand out most are patchouli and an amber with touches of vanilla and tonka. I am not a fan of patchouli, but here it is present, and the perfume clearly feels vintage; however, it possesses that quality and magic that makes it endearing to any perfume lover. One also detects moss and a certain spiced bite. Good performance.

• Javirulo

  August 8, 2018

  

  It reminds me a bit of Davidoff Zino, but the opening of this Heritage is a true symphony, much more harmonious and accomplished. The dry-down is exquisite, and I have no faults to find with this masterpiece. I am not good at identifying notes, but what I am clear about is that Heritage holds a place of honour among fragrances for people aged 30 and above, alongside Zino, Chanel P.M., Antaeus, Azzaro pour Homme, Terre d’Hermes, and Eau Sauvage. It smells wonderful, exudes elegance, and performs well (I am speaking of the EDT; I have not yet tried the EDP). What more could you ask for? In summary: if I had to choose three fragrances from my collection, Heritage would be one of them. A resounding 10.

• FanDeDuneVintage

  December 4, 2018

  

  Encountering a perfume of this calibre in vintage form is an inevitable journey into the past, laden with nostalgia and longing for the glorious eras of designer perfumery, when excellence was almost the bare minimum standard—something you can only find today in niche or indie brands paying over a hundred dollars. Two weeks ago, I received a sample of Héritage, with the Guerlain logo, from a pre-2000 batch. It is simply phenomenal. It feels complex, vigorous, distinguished, and mature, full of nuances that make it difficult to classify. It has something spiced, oriental, a touch of talc, floral, and a hint of boreal. It is wonderful to smell something so varied and well-balanced, without harshness or odd notes. I feel it as a historical review of great perfumes from the 70s and 80s, reinterpreted with a futuristic touch for the time, prefiguring the 90s trend: coquettish, floral compositions masculinised by patchouli and lavender, with the mysticism of sandalwood and the calm of citrus (I swear I smell vanilla). The opening is powerful, noble, powdery, ambered, and sweet. It gives me a flashback to Salvador Dalí Pour Homme, probably due to the lavender, patchouli, and statice. Héritage confirms that my search for vintage is not complete and that treasures remain to be discovered. This perfume, at its prime, is one of my goals for 2019. I dare not rate it with numbers; it would be unfair to cage such a gem. A sensational creation.

• MarcusRS

  January 2, 2019

  

  On this Friday, 21st December 2018, Heritage boasts three distinct formulas. The first, available in splash and spray versions, comes in an orange box with gold detailing and is fairly faithful to the original essence according to other forum members. Then there’s a second formula, still available, featuring the classic elongated three-sided bottle with a gold cap. Finally, there’s a version with a silver cap and plastic base. In this second version, the floral-citrus opening is beautiful and intense, settling over a vibrant, earthy patchouli that feels grounded rather than floaty. Heritage is nostalgic and reserved, possessing a singular, classic beauty. Its amber base is dry, and everything builds upon that, with that green, slightly dry patchouli as its backbone. Despite the passage of time, it remains an excellent perfume with worthy performance and is still obtainable. The third version, the unified bottle, stands out for nothing and isn’t worth it. Without a doubt, the earlier versions are a must if you appreciate the classics, as there is so much goodness here.

• pedjalazaro

  April 23, 2019

  

  Absolutely love it! It opens with a sparkling citrus and aldehyde touch, while the lavender lends a floral air. In the heart, an incredible blend of patchouli, sandalwood, and vanilla, accented with spices like pink pepper and coriander. It dries down to patchouli, vanilla, and sandalwood. It’s an oriental, spiced, classic scent that feels refined yet not old-fashioned—sweet, woody, and slightly floral. Excellent quality and versatility. At times, it reminded me of Davidoff Zino, but this is for a more mature audience. I tried the 2005 edition and adored it. Perfect for spring, autumn, and winter, day or night. Long-lasting with a moderate sillage.

• Espartaco

  June 2, 2019

  

  Heritage is a complicated, indecisive perfume, a fragrance that does not quite settle until it dries, one that flirts with the masculine, the feminine, the rugged, the floral, and the clean. The overall body is that of one of those woody oriental scents from the early nineties, those exuberances like Zino, masculine and virile, but adorned with a host of baroque notes such as patchouli, sandalwood, tender rose, and very floral. Like a grandiose classicism, it wants to be a peacock but is not willing to abandon its cis thing. The opening is a mess that disorients; it smells of decomposing books and stripped metal tools. It lasts a good while until the floral notes and the sharp wood enter; at some point, it seems like a Habit Rouge without lemon, with its same fresh creaminess, a Habit Rouge with zero lavender, camphoraceous, soft, and trembling. The dry down is a very rich paste loaded with dried flowers, with spicy flashes, woody sweetness, and tamed patchouli, and the typical tone and consistency in pastel colours of rosewood and similar, beaten wood with a spiced cream texture. I do not like it for myself, but this sells itself. It is a French perfume, but for me, it brings to mind The Brown Cat, certain pastorals, and ideas like Tuscany and Provence, the two Italian and French archetypes of the cheerful, the witty, of civilised and idealised nature… which is quite rare because Heritage does not smell of anything prior to the 1980s. It is a fragrance with a palpable artistic conception, delicate without ceasing to be masculine. Rarely has a name been chosen so well. My review is based on a bottle of the mid-nineties EDT. I am unaware of how it fares today, but what I have tasted has sediment, volume, grease, and body, as was the norm before.

• Fede

  March 23, 2020

  

  For me, it is a classic but modernised fougère. I am unaware of previous versions, but this EDT has pleased me quite a bit and has good performance. I was going to say it resembles Danger by Roja Dove quite a bit, but considering that Heritage is 19 years older, Danger by Roja Dove resembles Heritage quite a bit. What does Roja Dove use? First-class materials. I do not dispute that, but for me, it is not justified that it costs about 10 times more.

• jerry drake

  November 11, 2020

  

  If gold had a scent, it would be this. Heritage means ‘heritage’, and this Guerlain is simply the smell of a wealthy person. However, not a newly rich one. This is the scent of those who have been comfortable for generations, with spirit, culture, and savoir-faire. Above all, formal elegance and refinement. On the brink of aristocracy. Anyway: beautiful, very beautiful, incredibly elegant beyond measure. And a warm elegance, unlike those who are elegant but cold. Luca Turin placed ‘Habit Rouge’ instead of this on his list of the 10 greatest men’s perfumes in history; I would not be so sure of his choice; this is another level. Starting with the initial lavender/citrus accord (a bit anti-aesthetic for some), abundant yet always elegant, the many ingredients are served on a good bed of sandalwood with a prevalence of patchouli, followed by spices in the heart. I am literally impressed by such a rich, nuanced evolution that I almost feel like showering in it. That prelude to the final descent, already notable in the first segments, into the beautiful, refined, and sweet ‘guerlinade’. The woody base has resin and leans towards the slightly sweet magic of amber. The musk is probably the best-kept secret Heritage has to offer; it adds a beautiful dimension of sensuality. A superb classic that perfectly represents masculine elegance, among the best men’s perfumes in history in my humble opinion, and for the quality/price ratio, especially the vintage EDT with the gold cap, quite intense and long-lasting. An excellent way to start the day, after a shower, a coffee, a sweet kiss, and dressing up accompanied by the magic of Heritage. P.S. The new reformulated EDT is more citrusy and soapy; among the latest formulations, the EDP saves a bit, but only the vintage EDT is truly liquid gold. Chapeau.

• Edu Lezana

  November 23, 2020

  

  A perfume of classic, masculine, and rigid cut. On my skin, it features a slow evolution: a fresh opening transitioning into a sharp patchouli aroma with well-blended woody notes. It’s not for everyone, nor is it versatile; it’s meant to be enjoyed by oneself on formal, stylish occasions. It suits mature men in impeccable suits very well, although I know some young men in formal wear who pull it off too. I don’t think it fits my style, but it is a surviving fragrance compared to the sweetness of current perfumery. Why? Because it remains a staple for many people who are now older. Gifting it is risky; it may not please due to that rigidity that makes it adult and slightly old-fashioned. It is better to buy it tested on skin beforehand. Performance is average with a soft trail.

• WPoot

  November 25, 2020

  

  Liked it; it’s not my favourite, but I did enjoy it. I have the new brown cap version (batch 2020). As my nose isn’t super trained, my opinion is honest and without technical jargon. Simply put, the opening reminded me slightly of baby cologne, but only for the first few seconds; afterwards, I detect a wet scent, just as mentioned in the old book, but with a sweet, spiced, and woody base featuring patchouli. The reactions have been curious: some friends said it smelled of mould, while the women said it was rich. It feels suitable for wearing with a shirt and tie, for a mature man.

• Manelfa

  March 12, 2021

  

  Incredible fragrance. Many notes are claimed that I won’t break down because I don’t know where to start; I’d simply define it as one of the last great fougères. I’ve tried the vintage version, and honestly, I wouldn’t pay what they ask for it given the current version; I don’t find the price justified. It has many years behind it but has aged perfectly, being a mature and elegant fragrance. It’s the rich, refined brother of Davidoff’s Zino. For me, it would be sublime if it smelled on my skin as it does on blotting paper.

• Selene

  May 5, 2021

  

  I wish I could have been in Jean-Paul Guerlain’s mind when he launched Heritage in the early 90s. I imagine him saying: ‘Well, lads, this salty ocean trend is sacrilege; let’s go back to the past, it’s better!’. I was lucky enough to try the first EDT formula, which I couldn’t buy, but I was content to know it. It’s a hard-to-find jewel in my country. Olfactorily, it’s a blaze of classic 70s notes: a spectacular opening of patchouli with lavender and a woody (sandalwood) base that’s very oriental with spicy pepper touches. Unlike Habit Rouge, the florals are almost non-existent here. As it develops, beneath the patchouli, fir and juniper sparkle. The quality of the ingredients and Guerlain’s mastery in combining such complex notes is admirable. After an hour and a half, the lavender, patchouli, and sandalwood opening wears off and other notes emerge: the perfume stays close to the skin, showing an exquisite amber facet with resins and musk. Guerlain cares for its reformulations, but ingredients banned today limit its classic repertoire. Heritage brings nothing new; it’s a resolute wink to 70s fragrances, but the way it articulates them is pure admiration. If you like 70s/80s classics and find old Heritage, don’t hesitate to buy it.

• Miguel83

  July 28, 2021

  

  Heritage blends Guerlain’s classicism with modern times. It’s designed for a young man (or one with a young soul) who enjoys classic elegance with a modern, liberal air. It’s less strict than other classics like Habit Rouge or Derby. It’s spicier and more romantic (violet, rose, carnation, lavender, patchouli), giving it a modern freedom. I like it because it’s unique; the sheer number of notes is beastly and hard to distinguish separately, creating a unique aroma that only great perfumes have. It’s one of Guerlain’s last own creations, closing a century of great works. It’s a tribute to an entire tradition. Ideal for autumn or winter afternoons, or any situation requiring you to be put together. It exudes great elegance and bearing. It’s sensual but not heavy. The EDT lasts about 6-8 hours, with good projection in the first 3. It’s also good for a date, as few know it and it makes you feel unique. Wear it and they’ll see someone special in you.

• monsieurleather

  September 29, 2021

  

  Review of a 2012 batch and another from 1995. The 1995 one is of superior quality and class, the legacy before LVMH took it over in 1994. I detect a more oriental, woody scent: it opens with juniper and lavender (fougère-style) and drifts towards patchouli, with sandalwood and amber at the base. It has so many notes composing a symphony, including that recognisable ‘Guerlain’ smell everyone knows. In the patchouli phase, it reminds me of Givenchy Gentleman 1970, but on a higher level. Many people today might think it suits an older person, but if you know L’Instant or Guerlain Homme, you’ll understand better. L’Instant modernised Heritage, so Heritage is the original version, dense and classic. It smells of noble woods from old mansions, libraries full of treasures, and mahogany desks. It evokes a disciplined life, old-world luxury, and fortunes that need no showing off. You can tell it’s ‘expensive’ and of high category without trying. Heritage dresses you up all by itself. Now that multinationals are destroying legendary houses, we must remember that Guerlain is the pinnacle of perfumery. L’Instant is light; Heritage is living history. Look for bottles from 2013 and earlier; the current one feels a bit ‘watery’. Guerlain left the flag flying at the very top. Au revoir.

• Neo777

  July 25, 2023

  

  Just tried the EDT and it caught me off guard. I’m not a perfume expert, so I’ll skip the jargon, but here’s what matters: it lasts nearly 24 hours on skin and clothes with just two sprays. Absolutely brilliant. I’ve left the EDP alone; it smelled like dead animal at first, though eventually it turns into a delicious incense (amber, musk, woods). For me, it’s too potent and sombre. Curiously: on the same arm, the EDP faded by 12h, while the EDT was still noticeable right up against my skin at 23h. Could it be my pH? It’s perfect for autumn, winter, and those crisp, damp spring days; it’s become my signature. Not for summer, though.

• LosPerfumesDeJavi

  October 22, 2023

  

  I love perfumes with so many notes; the current minimalist ones seem boring to me. This one came out the year I was born. The trail of Héritage is incredible with just two sprays; that is what I call perfume. It smells of patchouli, sandalwood, rose, amber, pepper, and geranium. You do not need to smell it instantly because it is strong; let it settle and the magic happens. It is complex and rich, fine and uncommon, so you do not smell like everyone else. Unfortunately, it has a bitter and tiring moment that takes away a bit of the magic, but it lasts hours on the skin and on clothes. A marvel. I am speaking of the photo, not of the rectangular or square versions from before nor the new reformulations; I do not know how those smell.

• César24

  May 11, 2024

  

  Undoubtedly, one of Guerlain’s icons and the king of formal wear. Essential for those who love the classic and the well-made. What I love is that perfect harmony of its notes. Heritage is the emblem of good taste. I recommend it in all climates, only with moderation in summer.

• pigalx123

  November 28, 2024

  

  Greetings. My first Guerlain perfume and it cost me to find it here; it was a blind buy, but what a more correct decision. It is bottled elegance, something every man who dresses well should have in his wardrobe.

• Kaliman67@72

  January 24, 2025

  

  To me, it is the first Guerlain fragrance and it is a total success. It is timeless but mature. I used it one day and my skin felt it as a layer of pure relaxation.

• Neche89

  January 25, 2025

  

  I am trying it for the first time and it is a unique aroma. It does not smell like a macho radical, but it shouts maturity and elegance. It has a floral touch of rose, but the projection is dark and makes it feel masculine. Ideal for cold and formal days; in heat, use with care. A masterful hand, undoubtedly.

• SoundTotal

  February 13, 2025

  

  I would describe it as ELEGANT, CLASSIC, and FRESH. Current perfumes tend to be generic; you smell one and you smell them all; they lack personality and distinction; this one has both.

• Toño Dark

  May 8, 2025

  

  I will save you money if you are a lad of 20 to 35. Personality description for this perfume: Mauricio Garcés. Imagine this fragrance on that gentleman; it is the perfect representation, it smells so classic. In fact, a 50-60 year old operator I know always smells like this, I would say he uses it. It is a vintage, bohemian, and elegant heartbreaker. Oh my goodness. I leave it as homework for you.

• odorante

  July 8, 2025

  

  How much I love this perfume! To me, Heritage is many things: the best for autumn afternoons, elegant and crepuscular; a survivor of French haute parfumerie; and above all, a great patchouli, with that creamy and sophisticated accord proper to the house, the ‘guerlinade’. I have always associated patchouli with cleanliness, though it may seem strange. It smells to me of a well-groomed and impeccable man. I think it is because patchouli has always been in men’s hygiene products, alongside herbs and moss. Heritage is accused of being old-fashioned or fuddy-duddy, but that is because I like quality classic perfumery. It is irreplaceable. It is no longer so easy to find, and they have not renewed it as they did with its brother Habit Rouge. I do not know if they are going to discontinue it. I feel great respect for Guerlain, always exclusive in perfumery, with no clothes or accessories, maintaining its essence. It represents classic French perfumery with icons such as Shalimar or Mitsouko, now history.

• carloslainezd

  November 19, 2025

  

  A classic fragrance, an aroma from another era, elegant and mature. It is a fougère that personally reminds me of Davidoff Zino (ZD is much stronger and more alcoholic), Chanel Egoiste (EC is superior to me, more masculine and sensual), and it recalled to me Aqua di Parma Futura, although that one is more citrusy at the start, but the base is very similar.

• nneestorr

  March 10, 2026

  

  Beyond the reformulations (I have the elongated bottle from five or six years ago, hoping it hasn’t been too much altered), I am not afraid to say that Heritage, both this version and the EDP, are marvels. They are timeless classics that every perfume lover should try. I read in a review that it is among Guerlain’s best, and I could not agree more. P.S. It is true that it resembles Zino, another essential.