Is this still an oud fragrance? It is quite interesting that oud is assigned to the top and heart notes in the fragrance pyramid, but not to the base, as is the case with the majority of oud fragrances; it is also interesting how the well-known oud-rose accord appears here quite differently than one might expect. The oud does not dominate here, but is integrated into at least a three-part ensemble, which also includes a balsamic-woody-earthy tone that encompasses amber and patchouli, along with a gourmand note of coffee, almond, and vanilla. All of this is arranged more vertically along the horizontal timeline, so that the fragrance presents a complex interplay of elements until the drydown.
Projection and longevity are unfortunately, unfortunately only average, which prevents me from truly embracing the fragrance. Whether I will purchase a full bottle is still undecided.
