The Merchant of Venice Maria Callas eau de parfum for women presents a modern interpretation of the classic chypre accord. It is designed for women seeking the contrast of a fresh citrus-spicy top, a floral-green heart, and a woody base with an intense ambery character.

Fragrance and Composition

• The fresh opening is formed by Orpur Madagascan black pepper oil, Italian lemon, and Orpur Italian mandarin.
• The floral-green heart combines a blackcurrant and rose accord, a fresh green accord, and North African Orpur neroli buds.
• The woody base contains Akigalawood, Orpur Texas cedarwood, Orpur Virginian cedarwood, and Georgywood.
• Concentration: Eau de Parfum
• Year of launch: 2023
• Perfumers: Olivier Pescheux and Yann Vasnier

Both perfumers created the composition for the fragrance house Givaudan. The fragrance is described as floral, multi-layered, and persistent, with an intense ambery base. According to the manufacturer, the combination of cedar, Georgywood, and Akigalawood lends it strength, allure, and longevity.

The official launch took place on 5 December 2023 at the Gran Teatro La Fenice theatre in Venice. At the 20th edition of the Prix d'Excellence de la Beauté Marie Claire Italy, it received the title of Women's Fragrance of the Year 2023, and in 2025 it was awarded the DUFTSTARS Austria in the Artistic Independent Perfumes category.

Packaging

• Volume: 100 ml
• The bottle design was created as a tribute to Maria Callas and draws inspiration from her distinctive fashion styling and accessories.

About the Brand

Maria Callas is one of The Merchant of Venice's special projects, known as Progetti Speciali. In 2023, the brand signed a licensing agreement with the Maria Callas Estate for the production and distribution of the first fragrance bearing the singer's name.

The brand is backed by the Vidal family, who have been dedicated to perfumery for more than a century. The cultural and commercial project The Merchant of Venice was established in 2013, combining the family's perfumery tradition with the heritage of Venice. The independent brand was launched in October 2014 alongside its first line of eau de parfums, the Murano Collection.

Its inspiration is drawn from the historic Venetian maritime trade routes known as the Mude, which connected Europe, Africa, and Asia. The brand's bottles also pay homage to traditional Venetian and Murano glassmaking.

You are acquiring a special brand project in which perfumery tradition is intertwined with Venetian inspiration and a tribute to Maria Callas.