BasilOpens with
LimeHeart
OakmossDries down to
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Eau du Sud
The vibrant energy of a bustling Mediterranean market, where the mingling aromas of fresh herbs and citrus fruits fill the air.
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Eau du SudPremium · $100–250
61%Similar accords, often for lessEau de Rochas · RochasMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 18 notes8 matches →How it wears
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Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 1996 by Goutal, Eau du Sud is an aromatic and citrus composition that captures the essence of a sun-drenched southern landscape. Created by Annick Goutal herself, this fragrance opens with bright notes of basil, bergamot, grapefruit, mandarin orange, lime, lemon verbena, and mint, creating a refreshing and invigorating top layer. The heart introduces jasmine for a touch of floral warmth before settling into an earthy base of oakmoss, vetiver, and patchouli, adding depth and complexity.
Apply this fragrance in light sprays — it opens up quickly with the bright top notes but develops a deeper earthy warmth over time. It's best for daytime wear when the sun is high, as its brightness can sometimes feel too strong in low-light settings.
Fig. 01 — Eau du Sud, Goutal
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Annick Goutal
From concert pianist to perfumerAnnick Goutal, born in France in 1946, first trained as a pianist before turning to modeling — a path that brought her to Grasse, where she discovered perfumery.
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The originalEau du SudGoutal · Premium · $100–250Rochas · 1970Eau de RochasShares 6 of its 18 notes$40–100★ 3.90 (1,577)61%Match
Rochas · 1946Eau de RocheShares 6 of its 18 notes$40–100★ 4.57 (23)
With Goutal Rose Pompon Eau sans Alcool
Adds rose, fruity and floral; shares patchouli.
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What people
are saying.
Well loved by wearers: loved by 34%, disliked or hated by 14%.