Violet LeavesOpens with
Clary SageHeart
CedarwoodDries down to
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Montblanc · Sold as masculine
Explorer Platinum
The anticipation of a journey ahead — standing at the start of a trail, feeling the cool air on your skin as you prepare for what lies beyond.
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Explorer PlatinumMid-range · $40–100
36%Similar accords, often for lessLa Yuqawam Ambergris Showers · RasasiBudget tier, under $40 · shares violet leaves and clary sage8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Explorer Platinum, launched by Montblanc in 2023 and crafted by Bruno Jovanovic, is a Woody Aromatic fragrance that captures the essence of adventure and exploration. The composition opens with the fresh, green aroma of Violet Leaves, creating an immediate sense of clarity and crispness. This top note gives way to Clary Sage, adding a subtle herbal warmth. At its heart lies Cedarwood, grounding the entire scent with its woody depth and earthy presence.
For best results, apply this fragrance to pulse points in the morning and let it develop naturally over time. The ozonic and aquatic elements are most noticeable initially but gradually blend into the cedarwood base, making it ideal for daytime wear.
Fig. 01 — Explorer Platinum, Montblanc
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Bruno Jovanovic
Bruno Jovanovic is a renowned star perfumer at Firmenich. Unlike many of his contemporaries, who create at the mercy of fragrance distribution, Bruno Jovanovic has developed a technique highly influenced by perfume classics.
The Explorer line
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The originalExplorer PlatinumMontblanc · Mid-range · $40–100Rasasi · 2016La Yuqawam Ambergris ShowersShares Violet leaves and Clary sageunder $40★ 4.27 (697)36%Match
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 35%, disliked or hated by 17%.