OsmanthusOpens withOsmanthusHeart
CypriolDries down to
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Osmanthus Absolu
The cozy embrace of an old leather armchair, where the scent of osmanthus and cardamom meld with the warmth of vanilla and cedarwood.
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Osmanthus AbsoluPremium · $100–250
41%Similar accords, often for lessKing Of Arabia · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Osmanthus Absolu, created by Mathieu Nardin and launched in 2026, is a composition that embodies the essence of haute perfumery as championed by Essential Parfums. The fragrance opens with a vibrant interplay between osmanthus and cardamom, creating an aromatic warmth that transitions into the heart notes of peach and bergamot, adding a fruity-fresh dimension. The base notes of leather, cypriol, cedarwood, and vanilla ground the scent with a woody-leathery richness that lingers on the skin.
One or two sprays will suffice — the fragrance projects well initially but gradually settles into a more intimate presence on the skin. It pairs particularly well with layered clothing, allowing its warm spices to subtly emerge throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Osmanthus Absolu, Essential Parfums
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Mathieu Nardin
Grasse roots, modern handsBorn and raised in Grasse to a family of perfumers, Mathieu Nardin developed his appreciation for raw materials picking jasmine and rose in his grandparents' fields.
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 32%, disliked or hated by 13%.