The note announces itself with an immediate, piercing clarity, like the sharp snap of a pine needle crushed between the fingers. It is intensely aromatic, almost bracing, with a resinous, turpentine-like quality that immediately stimulates the nasal passages. There's an underlying greenness, sometimes reminiscent of fresh sap or even a hint of balsamic warmth beneath its initial cool, invigorating character. Its texture is almost crystalline, dry and sharp, rather than oily or smooth. As a quintessential top note, its projection is formidable and immediate, radiating an expansive, clean freshness, but its longevity is relatively fleeting, dissolving to reveal deeper layers within minutes to an hour, leaving a crisp, airy echo. It can possess both a clean, almost antiseptic edge and a vibrant, living forest quality depending on its purity and concentration.