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· woody backbone
Released 2012 by Pierre Montale
Montale Aoud Purple Rose opens with a dense rose touched by spicy saffron and sweet-tart blackberry. The opening feels bright and slightly sharp, with a distinct fruity bite.
Shared notes: patchouli, leather
Where it differs: rose, saffron, blackberry, agarwood (oud)
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· powdery, soft
Released 2012 by Mathilde Bijaoui
Malaise of the 1970 s opens with a sparkling spicy push: citrus, black pepper, and electric aldehydes create a dry, slightly metallic pulse.
Shared notes: heliotrope, patchouli, leather
Where it differs: citrus, black pepper, electric aldehydes, prune
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· floral heart
Released 2014 by Calice Becker
By Kilian Gold Oud opens with dense rose wrapped in saffron and patchouli: the start feels rich, slightly sweet, and gently resinous.
Shared notes: patchouli, oud
Where it differs: rose, saffron