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Shogun Alain Delon, created in 2001, is marketed as a masculine fragrance, belonging to the wood, musk, and floral families. In eau de toilette — and that's all it takes to fall in love.
A subtle fragrance: the longevity is low, which suits its gentle character. France is where this fragrance comes from — and it shows. Shogun Alain Delon unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance has low persistence and lasts on the skin for about 2–3 hours, gradually fading and smoothly revealing its main notes
The scent exists only for you—no one around you will notice it
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The composition of Shogun evolves as a continuous scent journey, where notes flow with precision and warmth. The signature of Alain Delon is recognizable in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de toilette supports a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
The olfactory framework rests on these accords: Aromatic, Citrus, Floral and Musc without random overlap. Additional accords such as Wood, Amber, Leather and Spicy expand the olfactory volume in the background. The profile is masculine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
In the top tier you meet refreshing herbal opening notes: Basil, Bergamot, Orange and Sage.
In the middle phase you meet Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Jasmine, Lavender and Orange blossom holding a cinnamon-nutmeg direction.
From the group perspective the structure relies on Aromatic, Citrus, Green and Spicy. It also reaches into Whiteflower, Ambery, Wood and Leather.
In summary Shogun holds a coherent structure — the start forms character, the middle layer carries the identity, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. This is the type of composition best understood through real development.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Alain Delon |
| Segment | Celebrity perfume |
| Country | France |
| Website | http://www.alaindelon.com |
| Year of production | 2001 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
| License holder | Lalique Group SA |
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