ClovesOpens with
RoseHeart
Agarwood (Oud)Dries down to
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Mancera · Sold as unisex
Black Intensitive Aoud
The quiet sophistication of an art deco lounge where the scent of warm spices and luxurious woods fills the air, evoking a sense of lasting refinement.
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Black Intensitive AoudPremium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessElegance Animale · LaliqueMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 8 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Black Intensitive Aoud by Mancera was launched in 2008 and crafted by Pierre Montale, known for his luxurious perfumes made from precious ingredients. This fragrance opens with a spicy burst of cloves and chili pepper, punctuated by the sweetness of peach and saffron. At its heart, rose and jasmine are wrapped in the warmth of oud and sandalwood, creating an enveloping blend that is both rich and refined. The metallic undertones add a subtle complexity to the composition, making it a true statement piece.
Apply this fragrance in light layers to allow its complex notes to unfold gradually. The spicy top notes are vivid but fleeting, so give it time for the woody base to fully emerge. It reads best close to skin, making it ideal for intimate settings or evening wear.
Fig. 01 — Black Intensitive Aoud, Mancera
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Pierre Montale
Oud from the Arabian courtPierre Montale's career took shape after a journey to the Kingdom of Arabia some twenty years ago, where confidential materials introduced through the Royal family inspired the olfactory universe behind the Montale perfume house, which he founded in Paris in 2003.
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 33%, disliked or hated by 21%.