TARRAGON (GRASSE)

Tarragon with the Grasse designation retains the herb’s recognisable green, anise-like character. Its sweet aromatic edge can sit beside bright citrus and spices, giving freshness a more herbal outline. Grasse does not name another species of tarragon or, by itself, establish a sweeter, finer or stronger smell than other tarragon materials.

Xerjoff uses the Grasse designation in its published notes for Homme, supporting the name as a perfumery reference. That geographic wording does not disclose a farm, harvest or extraction specification for every fragrance carrying the note. Tarragon itself is Artemisia dracunculus, whose aerial parts can be distilled for essential oil. When choosing a perfume, use this label primarily as a guide to aromatic, anise-tinged greenery, then consider whether the surrounding notes emphasise citrus brightness, flowers or woods.