BergamotOpens with
ClovesHeart
Guaiac WoodDries down to
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Gaiac
The moment you step into an old library where the scent of aged wood, warm spices, and subtle vanilla intertwine, creating a cocoon of comfort and intrigue.
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GaiacPremium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessWhen in Rio · Sol de JaneiroMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2005 by M. Micallef and crafted by perfumer Jean-Claude Astier, Gaiac is a woody fragrance that centers around the precious Guaiac wood. The composition opens with bergamot's bright zest before cloves and jasmine lend a spicy floral warmth to the heart. The base notes of vanilla, amber, vetiver, and guaiac wood create a rich blend of warm spices and powdery woods, offering a sense of depth and complexity that endures throughout the day.
Two sprays are sufficient to capture Gaiac’s essence. The woody base notes take time to bloom fully, so it's best applied in the morning for maximum longevity. It reads better close to skin than across a room, perfect for intimate settings.
Fig. 01 — Gaiac, M. Micallef
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Jean-Claude Astier
M. Micallef's senior noseJean-Claude Astier is a senior perfumer who has created for Parfums M. Micallef, Widian, Brocard, Jacomo, and AJ Arabia. At M.
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 43%, disliked or hated by 8%.