Montecristo Eau de Parfum bottle Montecristo
Edp Concentration Edp
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2013 Year 2025
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Molecule 01 + Cistus Eau de Parfum bottle Molecule 01 + Cistus

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Montecristo
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Montecristo
Montecristo is a divisive beast: an animalic, musky punch that challenges polite sensibilities. You'll either adore its raw, almost primal allure or consider it a complete olfactory assault. Not for the faint-hearted, it’s a masterpiece for those who dare.
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Our Verdict - Molecule 01 + Cistus
This one is a properly divisive beast. Some find it a profoundly naturalistic, rich amber experience, whilst others get stuck with a melancholic, screechy, and even 'pissy' woodshop vibe. You'll either love its unique depth or find it underwhelmingly one-dimensional.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0% 0%
Floral 1% 0%
Fruity 0% 0%
Green 3% 0%
Sweet 16% 16%
Warm 27% 28%
Woody 22% 26%
Earthy 28% 20%
Animalic 17% 20%
Fresh 1% 0%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Montecristo EdP
Molecule 01 + Cistus EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Labdanum 23% vs 66%
Only in Molecule 01 + Cistus
Iso E Super 33%

Accords

Montecristo Molecule 01 + Cistus
100%
Musky
74%
96%
Amber
100%
81%
Woody
75%
54%
Tobacco
51%
Floral
50%
Sweet
49%
Rum
49%
Aromatic
44%
Balsamic
40%
Animalic
36%
Musky shared
100%
74%
Amber shared
96%
100%
Woody shared
81%
75%
54%
51%
50%
Rum
49%
49%
Balsamic shared
44%
40%
36%

Performance

Montecristo Molecule 01 + Cistus
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Montecristo

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

This is a potent, animalic fragrance that is too 'out there' for everyday office wear. Its bold, sensual character makes it intriguing for dates, while its unique profile means it's best for specific casual outings or intimate, expressive situations, not formal events or anything active.

Molecule 01 + Cistus

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its subtle projection and skin-scent nature make it suitable for office and casual wear, even for understated polish. However, some find it too linear or fleeting for a big formal event, and its lack of freshness makes it unsuitable for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
81%
Accord
78%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Woody, Musky accords and Labdanum notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Montecristo
Molecule 01 + Cistus
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