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10
Classic, but not old-fashioned
Few people would associate vetiver with sensuality, but rather with objectivity. Of course, there are many different varieties of licorice - from grassy-green to earthy-smoky - but in most classic fragrances, the middle ground is sought in between. Similar to Montale with vetiver patchouli, Mancera has created a somewhat orgy-like scent; but I take Louis Vuitton to be more restrained, powdery and gray.
As the sensual side of vetiver sensuel one could interpret the slightly fresh effect at the beginning, which for me is mainly created by bergamot and orchid. Here I don't see the citric, nor the light-floral quality as really dominant, because both are well balanced and a green facet is already noticeable. In my opinion, the mint can only be guessed at in depth, while the pepper adds a little spice. So the first impressions result from a mixture of masculine and feminine notes, of classic and modern elements. But little by little, the boundaries shift, as the subtle dry-woody component and the usual fading of the top notes make Vetiver Sensuel look a bit 'oldschool'. Amber/sweet doesn't play a role here, but rather patchouli and oakmoss in a supporting way. But the fragrance remains relatively bright and fortunately doesn't become powdery, which in combination with vetiver and/or a certain soapiness makes for a very old-fashioned perfume for me.
Conclusion: Mancera has created a pleasant, natural-looking vetiver fragrance which, although it does not offer any real refreshment, seems appropriate in all seasons. As expected, it is more suitable for more mature people, does not quite live up to its name in the end and is personally too classic for me in the end. (I'm also not necessarily the biggest fan of vetiver-dominated fragrances.) But if you like this direction in principle, you should consider a test with the good value for money.