Champion Black bottle Champion Black
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- Year 2022
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Madrigal Eau de Parfum bottle Madrigal

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Champion Black
A divisive but often praised budget banger. Ignore the initial blast and let it smooth out into a surprisingly solid, woody-green scent, punching well above its weight for the price. Not a perfect clone of anything, but a damn good 'everyday GIT vibe' for pennies.
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Our Verdict - Madrigal Eau de Parfum
Molinard's Madrigal is a classic-leaning chameleon - it's either an old-school barbershop dream for men or a generic, fleeting disappointment, depending on who you ask. Expect polarisation, but it's largely a modern take on a vintage style.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 11%
Floral 13% 21%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 6% 6%
Sweet 13% 17%
Warm 6% 7%
Woody 26% 15%
Earthy 39% 34%
Animalic 18% 9%
Fresh 4% 10%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Champion Black
Madrigal EdP

Notes

Accords

Champion Black Madrigal Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
100%
76%
Earthy
99%
78%
Mossy
93%
60%
Patchouli
93%
54%
Powdery
91%
Rose
79%
45%
Warm Spicy
77%
68%
Musky
72%
Balsamic
72%
Citrus
70%
61%
Sweet
56%
Tobacco
Woody shared
100%
100%
Earthy shared
76%
99%
Mossy shared
78%
93%
Patchouli shared
60%
93%
Powdery shared
54%
91%
79%
Warm Spicy shared
45%
77%
Musky shared
68%
72%
72%
70%
61%
56%

Performance

Champion Black Madrigal Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Champion Black

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its versatile woody-green and clean profile makes it suitable for most casual and office settings, often described as 'inoffensive' and 'timeless'. While some note strong projection, it generally settles into a moderation that won't overwhelm, though it might be too 'business-like' for a playful date and not refined enough for truly formal events.

Madrigal Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Given its 'office safe' character, subtle nature, and moderate performance, Madrigal is a solid choice for work and casual wear. Its vintage air might be a bit too formal for casual dates, and it's definitely not for sports given its lack of invigorating freshness.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
82%
Olfactory
92%
Notes
81%
Accord
76%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Earthy, Patchouli accords and Patchouli, Oakmoss notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Champion Black
Madrigal Eau de Parfum
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