1 Million Golden Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2023 | Year | 2010 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Black Musk
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't your average 1 Million; it's a bold, divisive beast that some hail as niche-quality and others declare an absolute horror. If you're into unapologetic oud-leather bombs, this might just be your golden ticket.
Black Musk is a potent, polarising Montale classic. It's often compared to other 'Black' Montales, sharing that distinctive DNA. Expect beast-mode performance, a dark, leathery character, and a love-it-or-hate-it musk that some find intoxicatingly sexy, others utterly repulsive. Definitely not a blind buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 5% | 0% |
| Floral | 1% | 2% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 13% | 13% |
| Warm | 31% | 28% |
| Woody | 33% | 30% |
| Earthy | 25% | 20% |
| Animalic | 17% | 29% |
| Fresh | 4% | 4% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with a dark, spicy, and animalic profile, make it less suitable for casual or office wear. This is a scent for making a statement, perfectly suited for dates and formal events when you want to leave a memorable impression.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and distinct musky-leather profile make it too intense for the office. It's perfectly suited for cooler evenings, particularly dates or formal events where its commanding yet intimate nature can shine without overwhelming. Not a casual or sport fragrance by any stretch.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fresh Spicy, Woody, Leather accords and Leather, Pepper notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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