French Avenue 2024 EDP

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Pinnace Noir

by Miroslav Petkov

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French Avenue Pinnace Noir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Miroslav Petkov. Pinnace Noir opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Orange Blossom, and Apple, settles into a heart of Rosewood, Geranium, Cinnamon, and Clove, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. French Avenue's Pinnace Noir carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a solid, wearable clone of a discontinued classic that's got people buzzing. It delivers on the Boss Bottled Intense DNA, with some saying it even outperforms the original. Expect a touch of synth on the opening, but overall, it's a classy, crowd-pleasing scent that's a welcome return for many.
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  • Elegant
  • Classic
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
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Pinnace Noir Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Boss Bottled Intense by Hugo Boss
88%
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Boss Bottled Intense the original Pinnace Noir inspired by

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate projection and smooth, inoffensive character make it suitable for office wear, while the warm, inviting vanilla and spice accords are great for dates. The versatility of its woody-spicy nature lends itself well to casual outings, but it might be too understated for highly formal events and definitely not for sports.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), WATER (AQUA), CINNAMYL ALCOHOL, CITRAL, EUGENOL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, CINNAMAL, GERANIOL, LINALOOL, BENZYL BENZOATE, CITRONELLOL, LIMONENE.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Pinnace Noir opens with a burst of crisp apple and bright citrus, lifted by a hint of juicy orange blossom. This fresh overture soon gives way to a warm heart of cinnamon and spicy clove, infused with the refined depth of rosewood and geranium. The dry down is a comforting embrace of creamy vanilla and smooth sandalwood, grounded by earthy cedar, creating a sophisticated woody-spicy allure.

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