Lapidus Gold Extreme Cologne by Ted Lapidus, Launched in 2015, lapidus gold extreme is a spicy citrus scent reminiscent of bestsellers lapidus pour homme, released in 1978, and lapidus black extreme, released in 2012. The elegant aroma features base notes of vetiver, leather, vanilla and amber. Middle notes add the sweet fragrances of orange, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg, while the top notes of cardamom, pink pepper and pink grapefruit create a subtle citrus scent.