Wood and Spices
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Bright Red
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive Montale. What it promises on the tin - wood and spices - it delivers for some, but for others, it's a screechy floral mess, a generic freshie, or even worse, a whiff of cat pee. A chaotic opening often gives way to a pleasant, well-performing drydown, if you can stick it out. Definitely not a blind buy.
This one's a wildcard - some call it pure sex, others a headache. Expect a potent, wine-soaked rose and incense blend that might just leave some feeling a bit boozy. Definitely not for the shy or light-handed.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 0% | 9% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 5% | 1% |
| Sweet | 14% | 17% |
| Warm | 15% | 9% |
| Woody | 59% | 51% |
| Earthy | 19% | 20% |
| Animalic | 2% | 12% |
| Fresh | 0% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its potent projection means it's best kept away from formal or office settings unless applied sparingly. However, its fresh-spicy character makes it versatile enough for daily casual wear, and its performance lends itself well to dates where you want to make a lasting impression.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
The strong, heady nature of the rose and incense notes, combined with its intensity, makes it ill-suited for the office or casual, close-quarters situations. It shines on a date or formal evening where its bold character can truly be appreciated.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Warm Spicy, Balsamic accords and Vetiver, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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