Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle Eau de Parfum vs Malbec Signature Eau de Parfum

Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2013	Year	2018
££	Price Tier	££

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle

This one's a true masterpiece, a unicorn for lovers of luxurious, creamy sandalwood gourmands, though its polarising medicinal or 'weird' facets initially put some off. If you can get past its quirks, prepare for pure, comforting bliss.

Acquired

Our Verdict - Malbec Signature

This is a serious contender for top-shelf status. Don't be fooled by the brand; it's a surprising, high-quality spicy-woody masterpiece that consistently over-delivers, especially if you're into unique, long-lasting fragrances. A true hidden gem.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	8%	13%
Floral	7%	2%
Fruity	1%	1%
Green	1%	2%
Sweet	26%	19%
Warm	24%	25%
Woody	26%	27%
Earthy	14%	17%
Animalic	8%	8%
Fresh	6%	10%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle EdP

Malbec Signature EdP

Notes

Only in Malbec Signature

Spicy 28% Cedar 23% Mandarin 17% Bergamot 16% Lemon 16%

Shared Notes

Patchouli 7% vs 27%

Clove 6% vs 41%

Only in Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle

Sandalwood 11% Vanilla 9% Saffron 8% Nutmeg 8% Tonka Bean 7% Guaiac Wood 7% Woody 7% Musk 7% Peru Balsam 7% Jasmine 5% Bergamot 5% Lemon 5%

Only in Malbec Signature

Cedar 31%

Only in Malbec Signature

Vanilla 25% Amber 24% Vetiver 19% Musk 17% Sinfonide 15%

Accords

Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle Malbec Signature

100%

Woody

71%

80%

Warm Spicy

100%

66%

Vanilla

58%

63%

Powdery

50%

57%

Balsamic

46%

Amber

57%

48%

Fresh Spicy

Citrus

48%

44%

Patchouli

45%

Aromatic

45%

Woody shared

100%

71%

Warm Spicy shared

80%

100%

Vanilla shared

66%

58%

Powdery shared

63%

50%

Balsamic

57%

Amber shared

46%

57%

Fresh Spicy

48%

Citrus

48%

Patchouli shared

44%

45%

Aromatic

45%

Performance

Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle Malbec Signature

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Strong

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Dries Van Noten par Frederic Malle

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

Its warmth, sweetness, and strong sillage make it less suitable for a professional office setting. However, its unique and sophisticated profile, combined with good longevity, makes it perfect for date nights and formal events, drawing compliments and leaving a memorable trail.

Malbec Signature

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Given its exceptional longevity and strong projection, this scent is best suited for evening and formal occasions, where it can truly shine without overwhelming. Its warm and spicy nature makes it less ideal for casual daytime wear or active settings.