Colonia Assoluta is a shared fragrance that has a citrusy and aromatic profile. It was officially launched by Acqua di Parma in 2003, and signed by two perfumers: Jean-Claude Ellena and Bertrand Duchaufour. The top notes are mostly zesty, such as bergamot, sweet orange, bitter orange and lemon verbena. The middle notes are listed as vetiver, ylang ylang, jasmine, pink pepper, paprika, cedar and cardamom, while the base notes are oakmoss, patchouli, white musk and resins.