Eau de Parfum2008
Red Vetiver
Pierre MontaleThe nose · 249 fragrances · also made Intense Cedrat Boise (2021)Portrait →

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Red Vetiver

The quiet determination of a morning run through a misty forest, where the cool air meets the earthy scent of damp soil and leaves.

4.042,386 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 8 accords ↓
woodyaromaticfresh spicyearthycitruswarm spicy
Red VetiverPremium · $100–250
67%Similar accords, often for lessMr. Edge · Swiss ArabianBudget tier, under $40 · shares 5 of its 8 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting68% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak3%
Weak4%
Moderate25%
Long lasting54%
Eternal14%
SillageModerate46% say strong or enormous
Intimate7%
Moderate47%
Strong35%
Enormous12%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine81%
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Unisex17%
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Feminine2%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Red Vetiver by Montale was launched in 2008 and crafted by Pierre Montale. The composition opens with a fresh spicy blend of citrus and aromatic notes, before diving into an earthy core anchored by patchouli and vetiver. This contrast creates a dynamic tension that evolves throughout the day — crisp and bright at first, then richly warm and enveloping as it settles.

How to wear it

Apply two sprays to your pulse points — the citrus notes open quickly but dissipate within an hour. The patchouli and vetiver base then takes over, offering warmth and depth throughout the day. This fragrance is best worn close to skin for a more intimate experience.

Fig. 01 — Red Vetiver, 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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Red VetiverThe originalRed VetiverMontale · Premium · $100–250
67%MatchSwiss ArabianMr. EdgeShares 5 of its 8 notesunder $40★ 4.03 (40)
Red VetiverAali Almaqam
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What people
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4.04/ 5 · 2,386 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 37%, disliked or hated by 12%.

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