Cuir Montant
Fragrance notes
Character
Citrus arrives first, bright and brief, cutting through the heavier materials that follow. Patchouli sits close to the skin, damp and dark. Geranium adds a green, slightly metallic edge that keeps the heart from feeling too dense. Vanilla is present but restrained, offering a soft sweetness rather than a gourmand weight. Leather emerges quickly in the middle, smooth and polished rather than rugged.
Mysore sandalwood grounds the base with a creamy, golden wood tone. Birch tar brings a sharp, sooty smoke that feels dry against the vanilla. Ambrette contributes a musky, almost seed-like warmth. Vetiver adds an earthy, root-like bitterness that lingers beneath the animalic notes. Civet and musk together create a dirty, skin-like texture that defines the drydown.
The overall impression is musky and leather-driven, with an aromatic lift from the opening citruses. It feels aromatic and woody, balanced by fresh spicy and powdery facets. Earthy patchouli and vanilla round out the profile. This is a bold composition that wears close to the skin's natural scent. It suits cooler weather and evening settings. The texture is animalic.
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