Flamenco Ramón Monegal

Flamenco Ramón Monegal is a fragrance caught between two temperaments: the bright, almost tart opening of red fruit and violet leather clashing against a deeply romantic floral heart. This is not a fragrance that whispers—it declares itself immediately through that unexpected pairing of raspberry and orris root, which creates a dusty, slightly astringent quality reminiscent of powdered violets mixed with candied fruit. The composition reveals itself as essentially floral, yet the fruity undertones (88% accord strength) prevent it from ever feeling precious or overly refined.

What makes this scent compelling is how the rosewood and jasmine emerge to soften the initially sharp raspberry-violet combination. The florals don't coddle the fruit; instead, they create a kind of dramatic tension, as though two dancers are arguing in rhythm. There's a spicy undercurrent (64% accord) threading through the heart—likely from the rose itself—that adds a subtle peppery warmth without ever becoming animalic or heavy.