Animal Cafe

Animal Cafe

Regular price €270,00
Capacity 50 ml
Olfactory notes
Head
Top notes

Indonesian / Colombian / Ethiopian Roasted Coffee Absolute

Heart
Heart notes
Sri Lankan Cinnamon
Asian clove

Bottom
Base notes
Vintage Oud Papua New Guinea
Vintage civet paste
Olfactory families
Family 1
Oriental
Family 2
Spicy
Inspirations

Animal Café by Extra Virgo is much more than just a perfume: it is an immersion in the aromatic power of coffee, carried by exceptional raw materials. This mysterious juice celebrates the intensity of Arabica and Robusta beans, sublimated by coffee absolutes from Colombia, Ethiopia, and Indonesia, which give it a rare depth.

At the opening, the top notes exude an intense coffee, enhanced by exotic spices such as clove and cinnamon, immediately transporting the mind into a captivating universe. The heart then reveals itself, enriched by the nobility of Papua New Guinea oud, bringing a woody and resinous depth, while a subtle animal note — ethically obtained — adds a brutal and magnetic sensuality.

A finalist for the Art and Olfaction Awards 2023, Animal Café is a hypnotic and sophisticated signature, made for those who dare to be bold. Each bottle, adorned with a Carrara marble stopper and shaped by hand, is the very embodiment of artisanal luxury. A fragrance that marks, challenges and etches itself in memory, like the aroma of a black coffee shared in a hidden place, out of sight.

The perfumer: Michele Marin

Michele Marin is a passionate Italian perfume designer, whose rich and eclectic artistic journey shines through in each of his olfactory creations. His fascination with perfume began at the age of thirteen, marked by a powerful memory: the scent of "Jardin de Bagatelle" by Jean-Paul Guerlain. This moment, which captivated him and sharpened his senses, became the starting point of a life dedicated to olfactory emotions.

Before devoting himself to perfumery, Michele explored the world of cinema, theater, and opera, collaborating with masters such as Franco Zeffirelli and Marco Bellocchio. These artistic experiences forged his sensitivity and enriched his creative vocabulary, laying the foundations of his unique and immersive universe. Determined to transform his passion into art, he trained in Paris at Cinquième Sens, then in Italy with a confirmed nose, thus strengthening his skills in composition and technique.

His professional career led him to become director of the Bar à Parfums-Olfattorio in Florence and to collaborate with the Etro house. In 2013, Michele founded Infragranti Parfumeur, a workshop where he develops personalized fragrances and creates prestigious collaborations with fashion, hospitality and decoration brands. Over the years, he has collaborated with houses such as Roy Roger's, Anima Mundi, and Francesca Dell'Oro, and has designed room fragrances for iconic locations such as the Castello di Ama.

His talent is crowned with success: his creations, including "Animal Café" (Extra Virgo) and "Else" (Francesca Dell'Oro), were finalists at the Art and Olfaction Awards, establishing his work within niche artisanal perfumery. Today, Michele Marin is a perfumer appreciated for his intimate, poetic and sensory approach, mixing technique, emotion, and a deep respect for the quality of the natural materials that he carefully selects.

Extra virgo

Extra Virgo is an Italian artisanal perfume house founded by Prince Alex of Limbin and based in the Montecucchi Castle near Florence. It is distinguished by its small-batch creations, composed of exceptional quality ingredients, inspired by the rich cultural and botanical heritage of the region. Each fragrance is an exploration of the contrasts between the sacred and the profane, capturing the very essence of life.

The Forbidden Botanicals collection embodies this philosophy, revisiting historical and controversial plants, such as cannabis, cocoa and tobacco. These ingredients, once linked to ritual or medicinal uses, are here transformed into new and daring olfactory experiences. True to its values ​​of authenticity and precision, Extra Virgo designs each perfume with carefully selected raw materials and composes them by hand at the château.

The brand also highlights unique artistic collaborations, such as the Spirito Santo perfume extract, created in a limited edition with Carnale magazine. This fragrance, blending Italian citrus and Omani incense, celebrates the duality of light and shadow.

Extra Virgo thus offers contemporary perfumery rooted in Italian tradition, but turned towards innovation, offering a sensory exploration of plants and ancient rituals.

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