2012
Aoud Purple Rose
Pierre MontaleThe nose · 249 fragrances · also made Intense Cedrat Boise (2021)Portrait →

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Aoud Purple Rose

The quiet warmth of a dimly lit room where the scent of roses and smoky woods intertwine, evoking a sense of refined intimacy.

3.62349 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
roseoudwarm spicyleatherwoodyfruity
Aoud Purple RosePremium · $100–250
71%Similar accords, often for lessOudi · Al Haramain PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · all 6 of its listed notes are in this one8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityEternal77% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak4%
Weak6%
Moderate14%
Long lasting26%
Eternal51%
SillageStrong73% say strong or enormous
Intimate5%
Moderate22%
Strong37%
Enormous36%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine6%
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Unisex55%
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Feminine39%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2012 by Pierre Montale, Aoud Purple Rose is a bold Oriental Floral fragrance that marries the richness of oud with the elegance of rose. The composition opens with saffron and blackberry, adding a fruity and spicy depth to the initial floral notes. As it settles into its heart, the woody accords of agarwood (oud) and sandalwood take center stage, creating a warm and enveloping base that is enhanced by patchouli's earthy undertones. The inclusion of leather adds a subtle contrast, grounding the sweetness with a touch of ruggedness.

How to wear it

Apply this fragrance in layers for the best experience. Start with one spray to let the top notes unfold, then add another after an hour as the heart notes emerge. This allows the woody and spicy base to fully envelop you without overpowering the initial floral impact.

Fig. 01 — Aoud Purple Rose, Montale

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03 · The nose

Pierre Montale

Oud from the Arabian court

Pierre 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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With Montale Oud Tobacco

Adds sweet, citrus and tobacco; shares agarwood (oud).

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.62/ 5 · 349 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 25%, disliked or hated by 26%.

Love25%
Like42%
OK7%
Dislike23%
Hate3%
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