Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria NovellaBizzarria

Bizzarria Eau de Parfum is an original blend of the characteristic Hesperides aromas and the rich notes of cedarwood. Bizzarria is a one-of-a-kind citrus tree, combining the essences of lemon, bitter orange and etrog. Rediscovered in the Mediterranean gardens of Villa Medicea di Castello in 1980, this rare species is now immortalized with its own fragrance. Bizzarria is an ode to individuality, reminding us that uniqueness is something to be celebrated. OLFACTIVE NOTES Top Notes: Bizzarria accord, neroli, pepper Middle Notes : Orange blossom Absolute, ginger, davana Base Notes: Cedarwood, musk ABOUT SANTA MARIA NOVELLA Established in 1221 in Florence, the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella originates from the Dominican friars who founded the Santa Maria Novella convent and cultivated a remarkable garden. This marked the beginning of their expertise in pharmacopoeia and natural preparations. Over time, this knowledge expanded to encompass cosmetics, fragrances, and wellness products, making Santa Maria Novella a renowned name in these realms. In 1533, a young Catherine de Medici embarked on her journey to marry the future king of France, accompanied by a retinue that included a perfumer named Renato Bianco. Renato, later known as René le Florentin, brought the ancient wisdom of Florence's essence-makers to Paris, spreading the noble art of perfume throughout the world. Acqua di Santa Maria Novella, also known as Acqua della Regina or the "Queen's Water," is the oldest fragrance from the Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella, paying homage to the love-filled gift that Caterina bestowed upon France.