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Malbec Black Eau de Parfum bottle Malbec Black EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender U
2019 Year 2021
££ Price Tier ££
Epices Volees Eau de Parfum bottle Epices Volees EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Malbec Black EDP
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 - Epices Volees EDP
This one's a divisive beast. Some reckon it's a masterpiece, a classic Guerlain spicy aromatic with a classy air. Others, though, smell cheap designer vibes or even, bizarrely, raw egg. Definitely one to try before you buy.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Malbec Black EDP
Epices Volees EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 13% vs 23%
Bergamot 13% vs 20%
Shared Notes
Sage 51% vs 25%
Only in Malbec Black
Geranium 48%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 15% vs 27%
Benzoin 14% vs 24%
Patchouli 11% vs 24%

Accords

Malbec Black Epices Volees
100%
Warm Spicy
87%
65%
Aromatic
100%
94%
Amber
32%
78%
Woody
44%
62%
Vanilla
Herbal
62%
60%
Powdery
57%
Cinnamon
49%
Balsamic
46%
Citrus
28%
Rose
21%
Warm Spicy shared
100%
87%
Aromatic shared
65%
100%
Amber shared
94%
32%
Woody shared
78%
44%
62%
62%
60%
57%
49%
Citrus shared
46%
28%
21%

Performance

Malbec Black Epices Volees
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.

Epices Volees

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its sophisticated spicy-woody character lends itself well to formal and date settings, conveying a mature elegance. While not overly loud, some find it too traditional or strong for everyday casual wear or the office, and it's certainly not suited for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
91%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, amber, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Malbec Black EDP
Epices Volees EDP
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