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Red Truffle 21 Jo Loves arrived in 2015 — and it was immediately clear this one was here to stay. This is a unisex fragrance rooted in the green, wood, and gourmet families. The fragrance was crafted by perfumer Jo Malone. The fragrance belongs to the wood, fruit, and citrus groups. The fragrance is presented as eau de toilette.
It carries a noticeable sillage, leaving a trail that lingers pleasantly in the air. A light touch on clothing — 1-2 sprays — is all it takes. It settles in and stays — the longevity is genuinely high. Produced in the United Kingdom, where perfumery has long been elevated to an art form. Red Truffle 21 Jo Loves — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences
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 olfactory structure of Red Truffle 21 is built as a continuous scent journey, where accents shift smoothly and sequentially. The creative approach of Jo Loves is clear from the opening to the final trail. Nothing here feels random, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Eau de toilette keeps a balanced rhythm of unfolding.
At the note-group layer the profile is anchored in Citrus, Fruit, Wood and Spicy. It also reaches into Green, Drinks, Fairy and Gourmet.
At the opening of the pyramid you detect invigorating sunny opening notes: Bergamot, Black Pepper, Fig Leaf and Mandarin.
At the core of development you notice Fig, Juniper and Pine Needles carrying a spicy-woody direction.
The olfactory framework is shaped by these accords: Balsamic, Citrus, Gourmet and Fruit with each one in a clear role. Secondary accord layers such as Wood and Spicy enrich the profile without taking over. The gender direction is unisex, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived. In longevity terms High points to a sustained drydown presence.
Overall Red Truffle 21 reads as a cohesive composition — the opening sets direction, the middle layer carries the identity, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. This is the type of composition best judged through real development.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Jo Loves |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Website | http://www.joloves.com |
| Year of production | 2015 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
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