Black PepperOpens with
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CedarDries down to
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Intense Pepper
The contrast of an office desk in the early afternoon, where the sharp scent of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the warm notes of spicy woods and musk.
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Intense PepperPremium · $100–250
43%Similar accords, often for lessEilish No.3 · Billie EilishMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2014 by Pierre Montale for Montale, Intense Pepper is an Oriental Spicy fragrance that balances bold and subtle notes with precision. The composition opens with the sharp freshness of Sicilian lemon and black pepper, creating a vibrant and energetic start. As it settles, pink pepper adds warmth to the mix, complemented by floral notes and woody undertones from cedar and agarwood (oud). The base rounds out with white musk, oakmoss, and amber, providing depth and a lingering spicy warmth.
Intense Pepper projects well from its initial burst of citrus and pepper. Apply one to two sprays on pulse points — it's designed to be worn close to skin rather than filling a room. The fragrance evolves over time, so let it settle before heading out for the day.
Fig. 01 — Intense Pepper, 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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What people
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 33%, disliked or hated by 16%.