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Bakhoor
A sun-drenched courtyard where the scent of burning frankincense intertwines with the warmth of spices, creating a space that feels both intimate and expansive.
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BakhoorPremium · $100–250
50%Similar accords, often for lessKhurafi · Lattafa PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares woody notes and incense8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2018, Bakhoor by Montale is crafted by Pierre Montale and embodies the essence of traditional Middle Eastern fragrance traditions with a modern twist. This Oriental Woody scent combines rich amber and smoky notes with warm spices and balsamic undertones, creating an atmosphere that feels both ancient and contemporary. The composition opens with a burst of warmth, transitioning into a heart of woody complexity before settling on a base that is deeply comforting and inviting.
Apply Bakhoor in moderation; its smoky and woody base notes bloom gradually over time. Two sprays to the pulse points will allow the fragrance to develop naturally without overpowering the senses.
Fig. 01 — Bakhoor, 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 35%, disliked or hated by 16%.