2021
red-wood
Frank VoelklThe nose · 77 fragrances · also made Florentine Iris (2012)Portrait →

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Nomenclature  ·  Sold as unisex

red-wood

The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, where the sharpness of eucalyptus blends with the warm embrace of suede and cedar.

3.40Still under the radar
Scent fingerprintAll 8 accords ↓
woodyaromaticfresh spicywarm spicycamphorpatchouli
red-wood

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate36% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak0%
Weak7%
Moderate57%
Long lasting36%
Eternal0%
SillageModerate14% say strong or enormous
Intimate14%
Moderate71%
Strong14%
Enormous0%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

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Who Wears It

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Masculine25%
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Unisex70%
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Feminine5%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2021 by Nomenclature and crafted by Frank Voelkl, red-wood is a composition that dances between freshness and warmth. The opening notes of eucalyptus and juniper bring a crisp, aromatic clarity, while star anise and pimento seeds add a spicy kick that grounds the fragrance in its earthy identity. Cyclamen and lily-of-the-valley soften the edges with delicate florals, but it's the rich patchouli, cedar, and suede notes that anchor red-wood in a warm, woody embrace.

How to wear it

Red-wood is best applied in a moderate amount — one or two sprays to capture both its fresh opening and its woody base. The spicy accords are potent and will project well, so avoid layering with other strong fragrances. It pairs especially well with the cooler temperatures of late afternoon into early evening.

Fig. 01 — red-wood, Nomenclature

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03 · The nose

Frank Voelkl

The precision craftsman

Frank Voelkl is a senior perfumer at Firmenich who has earned a reputation as one of the most technically gifted noses of his generation. Born in Germany and trained in France, he brings Germanic precision to French artistry.

“To me, Santal 33 is my masterpiece on “perfect imperfection.””

Frank Voelkl · CaFleureBon, October 2014
77fragrances
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Try it layered

With Dolce&Gabbana Light Blue Summer Vibes

Adds citrus, fruity and powdery; shares cedar.

Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers

06 · The Room

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