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Black Walnut by Banana Republic

Black Walnut was released in 2006 and created by Harry Fremont. I only find 3 listed notes and while linear can sometimes be a terrific thing, a fragrance can only achieve that if the ingredients utilized are of very high quality and possess a superior balance. This is not to be with Black Walnut. This is an econo-frag for sure and contemporary due to the synthetic aura this scent gives off. The listed accords are Cognac, Tobacco and Virginia Cedar. Theoretically, this could have been a very good and simplistic rendition of these notes, but the quality is lacking and its lack of sillage & longevity are disappointing. Black Walnut isn't unpleasant. It's simply uninspiring and lethargic. The cedar is dominant on me from the onset, but I know of much better cedar masculines are out there to be worn. I'll pass on this one.                            ...

I have been away lately

My apologies to anyone who actually reads my fragrance reviews. I have had quite a bit on my plate as of late and it seems this trend will continue for at least a few more weeks. I look forward to getting back to reviewing some arcane classics and top shelf niche. As a matter of fact, I have some on the way, but won't post any information on them until sometime in March. Maybe Redneck Perfumisto can work some of his review magic !!! Again....my apologies and will have new reviews before you know it !!!