Xerjoff Alexandria II - Eau de Parfum - Sample

Xerjoff Alexandria II, a royal amber oud between lavender and precious woods

Launched in 2012 by the Italian house Xerjoff, Alexandria II is a unisex eau de parfum signed by Chris Maurice, which has become one of the must-have references of niche perfumery. According to Sergio Momo, the brand's founder, it distinguishes itself from the first Alexandria by the age of its oud: aged 5 years here, versus 25 years for the original. The result is a woody oriental of aristocratic elegance, where oud serves as a setting rather than a showcase.

A three-part composition

The opening surprises with its aromatic freshness: a velvety lavender, softened by a crisp apple and warmed by cinnamon, over a base of rosewood. The heart unfolds on a delicate rose and a luminous lily of the valley, carried by the noble dryness of cedar. The base displays its full richness: Laotian oud wrapped in amber, vanilla, creamy sandalwood and musk, for an opulent, slightly powdery sillage that lingers for a long time on skin and clothes.

When to wear it

Alexandria II reveals its full character in autumn and winter, and pairs perfectly with evenings, dates and dressed-up occasions. Its floral and fruity facets also let it venture into spring, but it remains too dense for intense heat. Its lasting power is remarkable, often more than 10 hours according to reviews, with a powerful sillage: two or three sprays are enough.

The Maison Matheis decant

Each sample is a decant hand-prepared by our team, from authenticated original bottles, transferred into a labelled glass vial and kept away from light. The ideal format to discover Alexandria II on your skin, in real conditions, before committing to a 50 or 100 ml bottle, or to carry it with you everywhere.