Pontevecchio
“Pontevecchio by Nobile 1942 is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men”
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Warmly received so far — a woody, aromatic composition with a powdery undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Pontevecchio by Nobile 1942 is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for women and men. Pontevecchio was launched in 2005. The nose behind this fragrance is Marie Duchêne. Top notes are Bergamot, Incense and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Iris, Geranium, Virginia Cedar, Brazilian Rosewood, Jasmine and Ylang-Ylang; base notes are Vetiver, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Musk and Amber. PonteVecchio is seductively aromatic male fragrance. Classic and noble, it opens with notes of bergamot, mandarin and frankincense. The heart is made of grapefruit, geranium, orris root, rose wood and ylang-ylang, wrapped in a base of patchouli, sandalwood and vetiver. It is available as Colonia Intensa (EDT) of 50 and 100 ml.
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A Signature Fragrance
Vetiver
Vetiver, harvested from the roots of a tall grass native to India, exudes an earthy aroma that is both dry and slightly sweet. Its scent profile ranges from smoky and leathery to green and fresh, depending on how it’s distilled and aged. This versatile note thrives in tropical climates and has long been cherished for its grounding qualities.
Sandalwood
Sandalwood, sourced from the heartwood of trees native to India and Indonesia, carries a rich, creamy aroma that is both smooth and slightly sweet. Its scent is often described as warm and woody, with a powdery undertone that adds depth and complexity to any composition.
Patchouli
Patchouli emanates from the leaves of Pogostemon cablin, a bush native to Southeast Asia. Its scent is deeply woody with hints of musty earth, warm spices, and a subtle sweetness that can be both comforting and complex. This versatile note has been a staple in perfumery for decades, often used to evoke feelings of nostalgia and grounding.
Marie Duchêne
Founding perfumer · 1 fragrances · b. 1973 · French
Marie Duchêne knew from childhood that she wanted to be a perfumer. Born in 1973 and raised in the Reims region of France, she studied chemistry before entering ISIPCA in Versailles in 1994, then apprenticed with perfume houses in Grasse. In 2002 she founded her own fragrance creation company, MD Fragrances, and today she also serves as a Senior Perfumer at Givaudan, working with brands including Molinard, Nobile 1942, Le Galion, and Maison Tahité.
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