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Black cherry and bitter almond open the scent, with a boozy hint of cherry liqueur that keeps the fruit from tasting like candy. The almond gives the cherry a firm backbone, so the opening feels rich and slightly dark. Rose, jasmine sambac and plum carry the middle. The florals soften the fruit without wiping it out, and the plum adds a deeper, jammy shade that many cherry scents leave out. The base is warm and spiced. Tonka bean and vanilla give a creamy sweetness, sandalwood adds smooth wood, and cinnamon and cedarwood bring structure so the dry-down feels layered rather than sugary. The house says it stays on skin long after the cherry has gone quiet. This suits people who want a gourmand cherry with more depth than sugar. Wear it on evenings, dates and parties, or as a bolder daily scent in cooler weather. It sits between fruity and warm woody, so it does not box you in. As an eau de parfum, expect several hours of wear. Bottom line: a rich, boozy and spiced cherry perfume that finishes warm and woody.