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Penhaligon'sBritish Tales

Quercus (EDC)

1996

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1996

Quercus (Original Release)

Price Range
$210

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Perfumers

Christian Provenzano

"Quercus is a fresh citrus and green chypre built around a bright, sparkling opening. Lemon, lime, bergamot, and mandarin create an uplifting introduction with a clean, transparent character. Lily of the valley and jasmine soften the heart, while cardamom adds a restrained fresh-spicy nuance. The drydown shifts toward oakmoss, galbanum, sandalwood, musk, and amber, giving the fragrance an earthy, woody foundation. Despite its classic structure, Quercus remains easy to wear and polished rather than heavy or old-fashioned. Its overall personality is elegant, understated, refreshing, and distinctly mossy-green."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Spring
Summer
Fall

Ideal Weather

Sunny
Mild
Humid
Windy

Moods

Fresh
Elegant
Uplifting
Sophisticated
Calm

Occasions

Daily Use
Work
Meeting
Travel
Outdoor Activity
Casual

Fun Facts

Quercus takes its name from the botanical genus that includes oak trees, reflecting its oakmoss-centered chypre character.

The fragrance has remained part of Penhaligon's active lineup since its 1996 launch.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/6h
Top Notes
1x
CitrusFreshFloralSpicyGreenEarthyWoodyResinous

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–54m

amalfi lemon
lime
bergamot
mandarin orange
Middle Notes

54m–2h 42m

lily-of-the-valley
jasmine
cardamom
Base Notes

2h 42m–6h

oakmoss
musk
galbanum
sandalwood
amber

Performance

Longevity
60%

Moderate (4-6h)

Sillage
40%

Moderate

Reviews Summary

“Quercus is widely regarded as a fresh, citrus-led green chypre with a clean and elegant mossy-woody drydown. Its sparkling opening, transparent development, restrained projection, and classic styling make it versatile for everyday wear. The fragrance is generally perceived as uplifting, polished, wearable, and quietly sophisticated rather than sweet, loud, or heavily opulent.”

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