Ambre Tabac Daniel Josier

First things first. As this fragrance is often associated with Xerjoff Naxos. In my opinion, the two fragrances have perhaps 1 µ in common and that's it. Why do I say that? Well, because I personally tested it before I knew Naxos. You know what I mean. Hype and all that :D
But is that a bad thing? What can we expect here fragrance-wise?

The opening starts really very slightly fresh and citrusy. But really just a hint. What it then does is simply tell everyone what the hell is going on. A warm, cozy, fruity, slightly vanilla-like sweetness is quickly added. Many write cherry here. I have to say yes and no here. It is not 100% definable for my sense of smell. Then this "earthy" pleasant tobacco quickly joins in and forms the base note of this wonderful fragrance. I imagine I can also detect a hint of cinnamon somewhere. But please do not overinterpret this.
As far as longevity and sillage are concerned, there is nothing to worry about. You are nicely enveloped for 8-9 hours. The first 2-3 hours are its peak phase. It really projects enormously. Your surroundings are aware of you. After that, it recedes a little, becomes more shy but is still there for a long time and envelops you :-)
Unfortunately, I can't say anything about the bottle as I only have a 5 ml bottle. Kindly provided by the super-friendly Souk-Dou Sörensen :-)

Short description: If someone were to ask me how I would describe this fragrance in a nutshell, I would describe it as follows: Moist fresh fragrant high quality Christmas fruit tobacco.

Now a brief digression on Naxos. In the meantime, I have of course tested said Naxos. I can understand the comparison somewhere. Well, in the opening and the "tobacco bed" on which both lie. The process and structure is similar at the beginning. In my opinion, however, Ambre Tabac then goes its own way. That's a good thing because I'm not the biggest Naxos fan anyway. This is probably the second time I've fallen into the hype trap after Ombre Nomade. Don't get me wrong. Both are not bad. But well ... let's leave that for now ...

Conclusion: Do you like really pleasantly sweet tobacco gourmands? I would almost go so far as to say: Blindbuy worthy. I can say with all seriousness that this is one of the most beautiful, if not THE most beautiful winter fragrance I have ever smelled. It really blows me away time and time again.

It's not easy to get but if the prices on the net are right > 50 ml for around 80-90 € then go for it immediately. My order will definitely be coming soon :D

Cheers and a Merry Christmas to all ️