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Acqua di Parma Colonia Quercia for men
Acqua di Parma

Colonia Quercia for men

Citrus
Fresh
Floral
Green
Aromatic
Woody
Patchouli
EDC · 2016 · mens

Acqua di Parma is an Italian luxury house with roots dating back to 1916, known for refined fragrances that emphasize classical elegance and quality ingredients. Colonia Quercia arrived in 2016 as a woody variation on their iconic Colonia line, introducing a more grounded interpretation of the house's aromatic DNA.

Colonia Quercia opens with a bright citrus blast of bergamot, lemon, and petitgrain, immediately grounded by woody and earthy notes that set it apart from typical citrus fragrances. The heart develops cardamom and cedar alongside geranium, creating an aromatic core with subtle spice. The base anchors everything with oakmoss and patchouli, rounded out by tonka bean's soft sweetness, giving the fragrance a structured yet approachable character that bridges fresh and woody territories.

This is a versatile aromatic fragrance suited to professionals and those seeking something polished without pretension, equally at home in spring or fall. The oakmoss base ensures decent longevity for an EDC, and the green, woody backbone makes it approachable year-round. It aligns with The Tactician, The Aristocrat, and The Homesteader.

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Main Accordsreported by community
Citrus
100%
Fresh
60%
Floral
26%
Green
90%
Aromatic
91%
Woody
100%
Patchouli
37%
Earthy
74%
Spicy
38%
Vanilla
37%
Sweet
37%
Gourmand
37%
Fragrance Notesbrand verified
Top · 0–30 min
Bergamot
Bergamot
A sun-ripened Italian citrus with a brightness that goes beyond lemon, simultaneously tart, floral, and slightly spicy. It's the defining note of Earl Grey tea and the backbone of countless fresh colognes. Perfumers love it as an opener because it lifts the entire composition without overpowering what follows.
Lemon
Lemon
Sharp, clean, and instantly familiar, the pure zest of fresh-cut lemon peel, not the sugary juice. In perfumery it reads as crisp and energising rather than sweet, and is often used to amplify other light notes. It fades quickly, so it's almost always a top note that makes a striking first impression.
Petitgrain
Petitgrain
Crisp, woody, and slightly bitter, petitgrain is distilled from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree, making it the green, herbal sibling of neroli and bergamot. It adds a clean, aromatic freshness to masculine fragrances in particular, with a slightly soapy, barbershop quality that is effortlessly wearable.
Pink Pepper
Pink Pepper
Fruity, slightly rosy, and gently spiced, pink pepper is softer and more aromatic than black pepper. It occupies a unique space between citrus, floral, and spice families, which makes it exceptionally versatile. You'll find it in contemporary fresh fragrances where it adds lift and personality without aggression.
Heart · 30 min – 3 hrs
Cardamom
Cardamom
Aromatic, warm, and slightly eucalyptus-like with a spiced green freshness that is entirely its own. Cardamom is one of the most elegant spice notes in perfumery, exotic without being heavy, warm without being sweet. It appears frequently in Middle Eastern-inspired fragrances and modern masculine compositions.
Cedar
Cedar
Geranium
Geranium
Green, rosy, and slightly minty, geranium is one of perfumery's most useful ingredients, sitting at the intersection of floral, herbal, and green families. Rose geranium adds a natural, slightly ragged freshness to rose accords that synthetic rose can't match. It grounds floral compositions in something earthy and real.
Base · 3–12 hrs
Oakmoss
Oakmoss
The defining ingredient of classic chypre perfumery, damp, forest-floor earthy with a faint bitterness and incredible complexity. Real oakmoss is now heavily restricted by IFRA regulations, which is why vintage chypres smell so different from modern ones. When present, it creates a raw, outdoorsy anchor that no synthetic fully replicates.
Patchouli
Patchouli
Dense, earthy, and darkly sweet, patchouli is the scent of damp soil and dried herbs with an almost chocolatey richness. It polarizes people because in high concentrations it's overwhelming, but as a supporting note it adds depth and longevity that almost nothing else can match. The backbone of countless oriental and chypre fragrances.
Tonka Bean
Tonka Bean
Sweet, powdery, and almond-like with hay-like, slightly tobacco undertones, tonka bean is one of perfumery's most useful base notes. It shares coumarin with fresh hay and freshly cut grass, adding a warmth that feels nostalgic and comforting. Essential in gourmand and soft oriental fragrances.
Who Wears ThisScent DNA matches
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The TacticianBest match87% match
Precision over excess. Always.

Crisp, dry, clean, worn close. Citrus, aromatic herbs, light woods, soft musks.

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The Aristocrat87% match
Timeless doesn't try. It simply is.

Cool, clean, commanding. Heritage aromatics, classic citrus, dry fougères, refined woods.

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The Homesteader84% match
Rooted, warm, and entirely self-sufficient.

Warm skin musks, sandalwood, soft cedar, clean vetiver. Grounding, intimate, unhurried.

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Crisp, dry, clean, worn close. Citrus, aromatic herbs, light woods, soft musks.
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Scent Profile
Citrus100%Fresh60%Floral26%Green90%Aromatic91%
Fragrance Family
Green/Aromatic
EDC

Acqua di Parma Colonia Quercia for men— Prices, Coupons & Buying Guide

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What does Acqua di Parma Colonia Quercia for men smell like? +
Acqua di Parma is an Italian luxury house with roots dating back to 1916, known for refined fragrances that emphasize classical elegance and quality ingredients. Colonia Quercia arrived in 2016 as a woody variation on their iconic Colonia line, introducing a more grounded interpretation of the house's aromatic DNA. Colonia Quercia opens with a bright citrus blast of bergamot, lemon, and petitgrain, immediately grounded by woody and earthy notes that set it apart from typical citrus fragrances. The heart develops cardamom and cedar alongside geranium, creating an aromatic core with subtle spice. The base anchors everything with oakmoss and patchouli, rounded out by tonka bean's soft sweetness, giving the fragrance a structured yet approachable character that bridges fresh and woody territories. This is a versatile aromatic fragrance suited to professionals and those seeking something polished without pretension, equally at home in spring or fall. The oakmoss base ensures decent longevity for an EDC, and the green, woody backbone makes it approachable year-round. It aligns with The Tactician, The Aristocrat, and The Homesteader.
What are the notes in Acqua di Parma Colonia Quercia for men? +
Top: Bergamot, Lemon, Petitgrain, Pink Pepper. Heart: Cardamom, Cedar, Geranium. Base: Oakmoss, Patchouli, Tonka Bean.
What fragrance family is Colonia Quercia for men? +
Acqua di Parma Colonia Quercia for men belongs to the Green/Aromatic fragrance family. It is an EDC.
What other fragrances smell like Acqua di Parma Colonia Quercia for men? +
Based on shared notes, Acqua di Parma Quercia (Patchouli, Tonka Bean, Cardamom, Cedar), Simone Andreoli L'Or du Sillage for men (Oakmoss, Patchouli, Cedar, Bergamot), Al Haramain Chateau De La Haramain D'Or for women (Oakmoss, Patchouli, Geranium, Bergamot), Dua Fragrances Fougère Royalty (Oakmoss, Tonka Bean, Geranium, Bergamot), Hermes Rocabar (Oakmoss, Patchouli, Cardamom, Cedar) may smell similar to Colonia Quercia for men.
What is a grey market fragrance retailer? +
Grey market retailers sell authentic fragrances sourced through unofficial distribution -- typically excess inventory from authorized distributors. The product is real and identical to retail. FragranceNet (est. 1997), Jomashop, and MaxAroma are well-established with millions of verified reviews.

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