The note bursts forth with a vibrant, intensely aromatic and zesty opening, immediately recognizable by its bittersweet character. It presents a complex tapestry of bitter orange rind, nuanced by an underlying current of herbaceous, rooty bitterness reminiscent of gentian or quinine, mingled with a faint, almost medicinal warmth. There's a sparkling, effervescent quality that gives it lift, preventing it from becoming heavy. It projects with a lively, intriguing presence, often described as 'aperitivo-like' or 'cocktail-esque.' As a top-to-heart note, it maintains its sharp, invigorating edge for a good while before gracefully receding into a more subtle, woody-herbal drydown, occasionally revealing whispers of red fruit or subtle spice. Its texture is smooth yet bracing, never powdery or overly sweet, possessing an almost liquid-like sheen in its aromatic diffusion.