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Un Jardin Sur Le Nil (EDT)

2005

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2005

Un Jardin sur le Nil (Original Release)

Price Range
$75 – $128

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Perfumers

Jean-Claude Ellena

"Un Jardin Sur Le Nil is a unisex eau de toilette by Hermès released in 2005 and composed by Jean-Claude Ellena. It belongs to the house’s garden-themed line and is widely associated with an imagined journey along the Nile, expressed through green mango, citrus, watery florals, and soft woods. The fragrance is especially admired for its transparent yet nuanced construction, moving from tart, vegetal freshness into a delicate floral-aquatic heart and a subtly incense-woody base. Its character is airy, refined, and quietly original rather than loud or overtly sweet. Reviews frequently describe it as elegant, versatile, and ideal for warm weather, while also noting that its performance is generally soft to moderate in keeping with Ellena’s light touch. It remains one of Hermès’ most recognizable modern fresh fragrances."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Spring
Summer

Ideal Weather

Sunny
Hot
Mild

Moods

Fresh
Calm
Elegant
Peaceful
Sophisticated
Uplifting

Occasions

Daily Use
Work
Travel
Vacation
Outdoor Activity
Casual

Fun Facts

Jean-Claude Ellena is widely credited as the perfumer behind Un Jardin Sur Le Nil.

The fragrance is often cited as one of the standout entries in Hermès' garden-inspired perfume series.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/6h
Top Notes
1x
CitrusGreenFruityFloralFreshWoodyResinousPowdery

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–54m

grapefruit
green mango
tomato
carrot
Middle Notes

54m–2h 42m

lotus
bulrush
orange
hyacinth
peony
Base Notes

2h 42m–6h

musk
iris
incense
labdanum
cinnamon
sycamore wood

Performance

Longevity
60%

Moderate (4-6h)

Sillage
40%

Moderate

Reviews Summary

“Un Jardin sur le Nil is widely appreciated for its fresh, green, fruity, and woody character. The fragrance opens with a bright grapefruit and green mango effect, then becomes more vegetal, airy, and floral around lotus and related green nuances. Its drydown remains light and refined, with musky, incense-like, and woody facets rather than heavy sweetness. It is particularly well suited to warm weather and understated daytime wear.”

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