# Floris — Madonna of the Almonds

> Madonna of the Almonds is a discontinued, literary almond-blossom EDP inspired by Saronno, Amaretto and a Lombardy orchard.

## Essence
Madonna of the Almonds is a discontinued, literary almond-blossom EDP inspired by Saronno, Amaretto and a Lombardy orchard.
## Scent Profile
Bright lemon and bergamot begin sharply, then bitter almond, almond blossom, jasmine, fruit, spice and vanilla take over. Sandalwood, musk and a thread of incense keep the finish soft and atmospheric rather than dessert-like.
## Performance
This is a sheer, intimate fragrance with light projection. Reports vary on longevity, but its quiet drift is central to the design and it rewards close rather than expansive wear.
## Wearing Context
Spring and summer daytime, office and casual use fit its airy almond floral character. It works for someone seeking delicacy, not a rich almond gourmand or an evening statement.
## Comparisons & DNA
Bouquet de la Reine offers an internal contrast: it is brighter, while Madonna is more melancholic and incense-laced. The fragrance otherwise sits nearer transparent almond styles than dense oriental or cherry-almond gourmands.
## Reception
Opinion is sharply divided. Admirers find bitter almond and soft woods ethereal; critics find the citrus sharp, watery or synthetic. The limited status makes sampling preferable to a collector-led blind buy.
## Versions & Reformulation
It was a 2009 limited EDP and was discontinued after a short retail run. No flankers, concentration variants or reformulations are known.
## Acquisition Notes
This is a secondhand and collector fragrance, with variable prices and possible age effects on the citrus opening. Verify condition before committing.
Its literary premise makes it tempting as a collector object, but the perfume itself remains the deciding factor. Seek a tested sample or a seller able to describe storage and fill level, because the delicate top and discontinued status make condition unusually consequential.
## Notable Facts & Lore
- It accompanied Marina Fiorato's novel of the same name.
- The story connects Saronno with an Amaretto origin legend.
- Italian-themed launch events reinforced the almond-liqueur idea.