The Story
Why it exists.
The beginning
Maestrale was released in 2019 and launched in 2020, with a composition that balances citrus brightness against aromatic herbs and woods. Bergamot and orange establish the initial impression with a clear, sparkling citrus character. Mint, lavender, basil, and sage bring a green, aromatic quality into the heart, giving the blend a cooler and more herbal dimension. Cedar and cedarwood contribute a steadier woody line beneath the freshness, adding structure and a drier texture. The result feels less like a static citrus scent and more like a composition that shifts across its opening, heart, and drydown, with bright notes giving way to softer greenery and warm, dry wood.
The interesting part is the opposition inside the note structure. Bergamot and orange bring a vivid citrus shine, but peppermint, mint, lavender, basil, and sage pull that brightness toward something cooler and more aromatic. Cedar and cedarwood keep the blend from floating away entirely. Cedar gives the composition structure, while Cedarwood adds a drier, more textured presence. Together, the citrus and herb materials soften and reshape one another rather than competing, and the woods hold a steady line underneath.
The evolution
The opening arrives with citrus energy. Bergamot and orange cut through first, bright and immediately present, with peppermint adding a cool, brisk edge that sharpens the fruitiness. The heart then broadens as mint, lavender, basil, and sage introduce aromatic green notes, each adding a different shade of coolness and herbal softness. Cedar and cedarwood begin to settle the composition, replacing some of the shine with a drier woody grain. By the drydown, the citrus has softened, while the woods and herbs remain more apparent. How long the fragrance lasts on skin varies with skin chemistry, application, and concentration, so the wear time differs from person to person.
Cultural impact
Maestrale reflects a familiar approach in contemporary perfumery, pairing fresh citrus with aromatic herbs and dry woods in a composition designed for everyday wear. The note structure is easy to follow but not simple, since the citrus brightness, the cooling herbal notes, and the textured woods each remain present as the scent develops. That layering gives the fragrance a broad appeal, and its unisex positioning makes it a natural choice for anyone drawn to this balance of citrus, greenery, and wood.
The House
ExtetaExteta captures the invisible poetry of Mediterranean air. The house takes its name from the Italian word for zest, that bright citrus oils expressed from the skin of lemons, and builds its entire collection around the winds that have shaped Italy's coastline for centuries. Each fragrance translates a different current of air into liquid form, inviting wearers to carry the atmosphere of distant shores wherever they go.
The Creator
Michele MarinMichele favors a hand‑crafted approach, blending natural absolutes with a few synthetics that add depth. He often starts with a base of amber, labdanum or vetiver, then layers fruit or spice to create contrast.
