CitrusesOpens with
GrassHeart
CedarDries down to
Jacques Cavallier-BelletrudThe nose · 228 fragrances · also made Opium Pour Homme Eau de Parfum (1995)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Louis Vuitton · Sold as masculine
Sur la Route
The moment you step into a car with the windows down and the engine revving, ready to explore new paths and experiences.
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Sur la RouteLuxury · $250+
44%Similar accords, often for lessBleu de Chanel · ChanelPremium tier, $100–250 · shares 6 of its 15 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2018 and crafted by Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, Sur la Route by Louis Vuitton is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance that embodies the essence of an adventurous journey. The composition opens with a vibrant burst of Calabrian bergamot and lemon, punctuated by the spicy kick of pink pepper. As it evolves, green grass and hedione add a fresh, almost leafy layer before woody notes like cedar and leather anchor the scent in earthy warmth. The result is a fragrance that captures the thrill of setting out on an open road, with unexpected twists along the way.
Apply Sur la Route in light layers — the bright citrus top notes are assertive but fleeting. The woody base emerges gradually, so it's best enjoyed close to skin rather than from a distance. Ideal for daytime adventures when you want an energetic yet grounded scent.
Fig. 01 — Sur la Route, Louis Vuitton
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Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud
Louis Vuitton's master perfumerJacques Cavallier Belletrud is the master perfumer at Louis Vuitton and one of the most accomplished noses in the industry.
“It was like a game, but it helped me, step by step, learn the language of perfume.”
Jacques Cavallier-Belletrud · Thames & Hudson / Sharp Magazine profiles
The Sur la Route line
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Adds white floral, floral and powdery; shares calabrian bergamot and hedione.
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A community favourite: loved by 58%, disliked or hated by 7%.