02/19/2025

umame
8 Reviews

umame
1
An underrated semi-gourmand
I love the composition of this — an airy gourmand reminiscent of sweet brioche baking in a boulangerie, but which does so without tipping over into heavy/edible territory. Almost gourmand-adjacent rather than a true gourmand.
I really like how the chestnut accord in this complements the honey and tobacco in such a warm and yummy way, less strongly sweet and smoky than in By the Fireplace and not starchy/synthetic(?) as in ELDO Frustration. The honey comes through, liquid and clear. The floral and subtle citrus notes add lightness to the scent, which gives off ‘strolling past rows of brioche behind the bakery window on your morning walk’ vibes, as opposed to ‘I AM brioche’ like some gourmand scents can do (don’t get me wrong, I love the latter, but just not for a serious work meeting!)
To me Soufflot is elegant, nuanced, yet delicious. Beautifully executed in my opinion and my new favourite wear-to-work gourmand.
To me Soufflot is elegant, nuanced, yet delicious. Beautifully executed in my opinion and my new favourite wear-to-work gourmand.