Black Aoud by Montale

Woody Oud · 2004 · Tier: niche · Approx $175

How it smells and wears

Rose crushed into medicinal oud. One of the fragrances that brought oud west, and it has not softened since — powerful, polarising, and not remotely casual.

Notes

Top: Rose, Aoud · Heart: Rose, Patchouli · Base: Woody Notes, Musk

Performance

  • Warmth: 7 / 10
  • Depth: 9 / 10
  • Sweetness: 4 / 10
  • Projection: 8 / 10
  • Longevity: ~10 hours

Wears well for

signature

Mood

dark, medicinal, powerful

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