Rosendo Mateu Nº 1 Bergamot, Tea Leaf, Sandalwood Rosendo Mateu Olfactive Expressions

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2017
Moderate
Sillage
Good
Longevity
Spring, Summer
Best Season
Casual
Best For

Fragrance Story

Rosendo Mateu Nº 1 Bergamot, Tea Leaf, Sandalwood by Rosendo Mateu Olfactive Expressions is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Rosendo Mateu Nº 1 Bergamot, Tea Leaf, Sandalwood was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Rosendo Mateu. Top notes are Calabrian bergamot, Lime, Lavender, Green Mandarin, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme; middle notes are Tea Leaf, Bitter Orange Blossom, Neroli, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Green Pepper and Cardamom; base notes are White Musk, Sandalwood and Iris.

Composition Profile

citrus 100%
aromatic 85%
green 70%
fresh spicy 60%
white floral 50%
woody 40%
powdery 35%
musky 30%
fresh 25%
herbal 20%

About the Perfumer

Rosendo Mateu

Rosendo Mateu

Rosendo Mateu is a Spanish perfumer with a career spanning several decades. He has created fragrances for major brands including Antonio Banderas, Carolina Herrera, and Rabanne. His work often balances fresh, aquatic notes with warm, sensual accords, as seen in 212 Sexy and Paco Energy.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Calabrian bergamot Calabrian bergamot
Lime Lime
Lavender Lavender
Green Mandarin Green Mandarin
Sage Sage
Rosemary Rosemary
Thyme Thyme

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Tea Leaf Tea Leaf
Bitter Orange Blossom Bitter Orange Blossom
Neroli Neroli
Jasmine Jasmine
Lily-of-the-Valley Lily-of-the-Valley
Green Pepper Green Pepper
Cardamom Cardamom

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

White Musk White Musk
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Iris Iris
Unique Character

Rosendo Mateu Nº 1 Bergamot, Tea Leaf, Sandalwood Rosendo Mateu Olfactive Expressions by Rosendo Mateu Olfactive Expressions offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Rosendo Mateu Nº 1 Bergamot, Tea Leaf, Sandalwood Rosendo Mateu Olfactive Expressions embodies the distinctive style of Rosendo Mateu Olfactive Expressions while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

The Innocent Archetype: Portrait of Rosendo Mateu Nº 1 Bergamot, Tea Leaf, Sandalwood Rosendo Mateu Olfactive Expressions

Essence

The Innocent archetype is pure, optimistic, and sees the world with fresh eyes. Rosendo Mateu Nº 1 is a breath of clean air-a luminous blend of citrus, tea, and soft woods that feels like a sunlit morning. The wearer is a gentle soul, one who finds joy in simple pleasures and believes in the goodness of life.

Style & Aesthetic

Their wardrobe is effortless and natural: white linen shirts, soft cotton dresses, and well-worn leather sandals. They favor light, breathable fabrics and colors drawn from nature-sky blue, leaf green, cream. Their aesthetic is unstudied and wholesome, a reflection of their inner clarity and ease.

Philosophy & Values

They believe in authenticity, kindness, and the beauty of the present moment. For them, happiness is found not in grand achievements but in a shared laugh, a cup of tea, a walk in the park. They value honesty, simplicity, and the courage to be vulnerable. Their motto is to live lightly and love openly.

Relationships

They are a warm, approachable presence, drawing others in with their genuine smile and open heart. Friends see them as a source of comfort and optimism, a safe harbor in a stormy world. In romance, they are tender and trusting, believing in fairy-tale endings and the power of love to heal.

Lifestyle

Their days are filled with gentle rituals: brewing loose-leaf tea, tending a small garden, reading poetry by an open window. They prefer quiet gatherings over loud parties, and their home is filled with natural light, fresh flowers, and the scent of baking bread. They find magic in the mundane.

Shadow

The Innocent’s shadow is naivety and a refusal to see the world’s darkness. They may avoid conflict, deny their own anger, or trust too easily, leaving themselves vulnerable to disappointment. Their optimism can become a form of escapism, a way to avoid the harder truths of life.

Conclusion

Rosendo Mateu Nº 1 is a fragrance of gentle grace, a reminder of the world’s inherent beauty. It wraps the wearer in a soft, luminous aura of bergamot, tea, and sandalwood, a scent that feels like a hug. To wear it is to choose hope, to see the glass as half full.