Malbec Black Eau de Parfum bottle Malbec Black
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U Gender U
2019 Year 2023
££ Price Tier £
Moonlit Night Eau de Parfum bottle Moonlit Night

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Malbec Black
This one's a proper spicy enigma, constantly compared to Bvlgari Man in Black but confidently carving its own path. Expect a boozy, warm hug that's less uptight and surprisingly long-lasting, though perhaps a tad overhyped by some.
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Our Verdict - Moonlit Night
This one's a mixed bag, to put it mildly. Some folks reckon it's a spot-on dupe and a fantastic score, while others will tell you it's a barbeque-scented disaster. It's affordable, but prepare for some serious debate.
Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11% 9%
Floral 12% 8%
Fruity 1% 3%
Green 20% 17%
Sweet 18% 21%
Warm 28% 32%
Woody 13% 12%
Earthy 8% 10%
Animalic 3% 3%
Fresh 18% 12%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Malbec Black EdP
Moonlit Night EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Sage 51% vs 24%
Geranium 48% vs 27%
Only in Moonlit Night
Date 48%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 15% vs 29%
Amber 15% vs 39%

Accords

Malbec Black Moonlit Night
100%
Warm Spicy
68%
94%
Amber
100%
62%
Fresh Spicy
100%
Sweet
86%
78%
Woody
58%
65%
Aromatic
70%
62%
Vanilla
60%
Powdery
50%
Fruity
58%
57%
Cinnamon
Smoky
51%
49%
Balsamic
Herbal
49%
46%
Citrus
Warm Spicy shared
100%
68%
Amber shared
94%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
62%
100%
86%
Woody shared
78%
58%
Aromatic shared
65%
70%
62%
Powdery shared
60%
50%
58%
57%
51%
49%
49%
46%

Performance

Malbec Black Moonlit Night
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Malbec Black

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its strong projection and longevity make it less suitable for the office, and the warmth is all wrong for sporty activities. This is a scent for intimate dates and evening wear, with its sophisticated spicy-woody character lending itself well to formal occasions.

Moonlit Night

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its moderate to strong projection and warm, spicy-sweet profile make it better suited for cooler evenings and intimate settings rather than the office. While some find it elegant enough for formal wear, the distinct date sweetness leans more casual, and it's definitely not for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
87%
Accord
69%
Key Similarities

Both share Fresh Spicy, Amber, Aromatic accords and Geranium, Sandalwood notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Malbec Black
Moonlit Night
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