Bergamot, Lavender, Sage and Mandarin

Middle Notes

Coffee absolute and Geranium

Base Notes

Vetiver, Black Pepper, Nutmeg, Musk, Leather, Cardamom,Sandalwood, Incense, Frankincense and Myrrh

Excellent sage / lavender opening?smooth, rich, refined.

Both the sage and the lavender are presented with a confident, warm creamy feel and the aromatic contribution of the sage lightens the accord even though the notes are masculine and substantial.

There are hints of black pepper in the opening that adds to the richness of the scent.

It is a deep brooding Mandeling-like note that acts more as a substantial masculine platform to the other notes than as a prominent front stage element. Used this way, the coffee doesn't fire the appetite but it certainly is seductive. Here is where I begin to feel the sensuality of the fragrance. The nutmeg and geranium of the middle are quite tame, but do their part to broaden and enrich the background.

The base notes are also excellent!! excellent and sensual. There are a rich leather and vetiver, highlighted by pepper and tonka, that result in an accord that approaches lasciviousness.