OrangeOpens with
Agarwood (Oud)Heart
Haitian VetiverDries down to
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Aoud Sense
The quiet intensity of an upscale city apartment where the scent of fresh citrus and spicy woods blend with a subtle rose fragrance, creating an atmosphere that is both welcoming and sophisticated.
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Aoud SensePremium · $100–250
43%Similar accords, often for lessDefy Eau de Parfum · Calvin KleinMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares mandarin orange, black pepper and haitian vetiver8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Aoud Sense by Montale was launched in 2015 and crafted by Pierre Montale. This fragrance juxtaposes the brightness of citrus with the richness of oud, creating a tension that is both intriguing and alluring. The opening notes of orange and mandarin orange are vibrant and fresh, cutting through the spicy warmth of black pepper and cloves before settling into an aromatic base of agarwood (oud), Bulgarian rose, and Haitian vetiver. This composition reads as a modern take on classic elegance — crisp yet complex.
Aoud Sense has a strong presence from its oud base, so one or two sprays are sufficient. The freshness of the top notes fades quickly, but the warm and rich heart and base notes linger for hours. It's best suited for evening wear when you want a scent that evolves throughout the night.
Fig. 01 — Aoud Sense, Montale
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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 22%, disliked or hated by 17%.