Sauvage Elixir bottle Sauvage Elixir
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2021 Year 2022
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Malbec X Eau de Parfum bottle Malbec X

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sauvage Elixir
A thunderous, spicy-woody statement piece that takes the Sauvage DNA into ultra-rich, opulent territory. Not for the faint of heart - this is a modern powerhouse that exudes authority and midnight intrigue.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Malbec X
This is a seriously seductive, amber-leather bomb that smells way more expensive than it is. While some find the opening a bit synthetic or rubbery, most agree it's a confident, virile scent perfect for making an impression.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6% 18%
Floral 10% 2%
Fruity 1% 3%
Green 11% 10%
Sweet 17% 15%
Warm 26% 19%
Woody 15% 8%
Earthy 11% 15%
Animalic 1% 16%
Fresh 20% 19%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sauvage Elixir Parfum
Malbec X EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Amber 20% vs 24%
Patchouli 17% vs 18%

Accords

Sauvage Elixir Malbec X
100%
Warm Spicy
75%
Leather
100%
75%
Amber
87%
85%
Aromatic
80%
Woody
Citrus
65%
60%
Balsamic
Animalic
58%
Ozonic
57%
Aquatic
50%
Patchouli
48%
Musky
48%
Powdery
45%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
75%
100%
Amber shared
75%
87%
85%
80%
65%
60%
58%
57%
50%
48%
48%
45%

Performance

Sauvage Elixir Malbec X
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Potent
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Sauvage Elixir

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

The powerful spicy-woody and amber heart makes this perfect for cold to cool weather, where it can project fully without becoming overwhelming. Fall and winter are ideal, but it can work in spring nights; it is too rich and intense for most summer days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its boldness and opulence suit formal events or nights out, where presence is desired. It can be seductive for dates but risks being too assertive for office or casual use and is unsuitable for sports.

Malbec X

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Malbec X is far too dominant for an office setting and its strong, warm character doesn't suit sport. Its bold leather and amber make it ideal for dates and evening formal events, especially in cooler weather, where its substantial sillage and longevity can truly shine.

Where to buy

Sauvage Elixir
Malbec X
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