Alfred Dunhill 2020 EDP

M ££ Acquired

Agar Wood

by Gino Percontino

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Alfred Dunhill Agar Wood is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Gino Percontino. Agar Wood opens with Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Ginger, and Saffron, settles into a heart of Cypress, Iris, and Violet Leaf, and dries down to a base of Suede. Alfred Dunhill's Agar Wood carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

This is a seriously slick, sophisticated leather offering from Dunhill. It's an absolute steal given its quality, delivering a smooth, dark, and utterly masculine scent that punches well above its price point. Skip it if you're not into intense leather, though.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Woody
  • Luxurious
  • Confident
  • Elegant
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Agar Wood Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its rich, dark, and intense leather character, with decent projection, means it might be a bit much for a conservative office setting. However, its elegance and smooth delivery make it perfect for dates and evening formal events, especially in cooler weather. It's too heavy for sport.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Agar Wood opens with a vibrant, spicy spark of saffron and ginger, tempered by zesty bergamot and a hint of pink pepper. This quickly mellows into a powdery heart of iris and violet leaf, offering an unexpected softness before the base truly takes hold. The dry down is where the magic happens: a deep, rich suede accord dominates, with whispers of smoky tobacco and an elegant, non-barnyard oud weaving through, creating a complex and dark olfactory tapestry.

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