
Pontevecchio W Exceptional Edition
“Pontevecchio W Exceptional Edition by Nobile 1942 is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men”
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Warmly received so far — a woody, powdery composition with a iris undertone. Voted best for year-round wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Pontevecchio W Exceptional Edition by Nobile 1942 is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women and men. Pontevecchio W Exceptional Edition was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Marie Duchêne. The fragrance features Tuscan Iris, Sandalwood, Amberwood, Bulgarian Rose, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Moss, Indian Jasmine and Coriander. “Our first fragrance…for Her. With the first blooms and signs of spring warmth, PONTEVECCHIO was joined by its female alter ego, also inspired by Florentine Iris, but harmoniously combined with refined yet simple essences, aromas and olfactory visions. The result is the epitome of seduction made into a fragrance… In the magical atmosphere of a place linked to the "Magnificent" Florence of the Dè Medici family, an evocatively named perfume. It is a bold yet sweet fragrance for refined women, with interplays of iridescent olfactory tones, from majestic Florentine Iris to Bulgarian rose and Indian Jasmine, coming together in a whirl of ever-changing emotions. Bergamot and Mandarin make it dynamic, while Coriander Seeds add a peculiar touch. Without creating any hierarchies between olfactory notes, each of them may surprise you by prevailing over the others, so the base notes of White Moss, Oriental Wood and Sandalwood are always ready to interact with other ingredients, adapting to the mood of a strong woman who is also sweet and sensitive, with a timeless style…” — press release of the brand.
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How It Wears
A Signature Fragrance

Tuscan Iris
Tuscan Iris is not just an iris; it's a specific iteration grown in Tuscany, where its roots are steeped in the region’s rich volcanic loam. Its scent is both floral and earthy, with a subtle sweetness that hints at violets and a powdery finish that resonates like dry soil after rain.

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.

Amberwood
Amberwood is an olfactory illusion, crafted in labs to evoke the rich, velvety warmth of amber and the rugged, woody scent of pine or cedar. It's not derived from any single natural source but instead mimics the cozy, enveloping feel that comes from a mix of synthetic molecules designed for depth.
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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