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Il Sottobosco by Ermenegildo Zegna

Il Sottobosco by Ermenegildo Zegna

2026for men

Perfumer: Fabrice Pellegrin

7.2/10

9 ratingsMost rate it 8 of 10

Il Sottobosco by Ermenegildo Zegna is a recent Spicy Woody perfume for men. Il Sottobosco came out in 2026. It was composed by Fabrice Pellegrin. The top note is Pink pepper; middle note is Carrot seed; base note is Patchouli. Most wearers reach for it in spring and autumn. It lasts very long, with a strong sillage.

At a glance

Longevity
Most rate it 8/10: very long-lasting
Sillage
Most rate it 7/10: strong
Best seasons
Spring and autumn (67% of season votes)
Worn by
Mostly men, 80% of votes
Smells mainly
spicy, woody, earthy
Review

Fragrance pyramid

3 notes

Il Sottobosco features 3 fragrance notes across its scent pyramid.

Top notes

The opening

Heart notes

After 15 to 30 minutes

Base notes

The dry-down

Ratings

From the Aromifo community

Scent

9 ratings

7.2

Most rate it 8 of 10.

Longevity

8 ratings

7.8

Most rate it 8 of 10.

Sillage

8 ratings

7.6

Most rate it 7 of 10.

When to wear

12 season votes

  • Spring33%
  • Summer8%
  • Autumn33%
  • Winter25%

Who wears it

  • Men80%
  • Unisex20%
  • Women0%

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How matching works

Every perfume is compared on up to five signals. Community accord votes weigh the most, followed by notes, where rare notes count more than common ones like musk. Note families, seasons and the men, women or unisex leaning make up the rest.

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