Goldfield & Banks Australia 2016 Edp

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Desert Rosewood

by François Merle-Baudoin

Goldfield & Banks Australia Desert Rosewood is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by François Merle-Baudoin. The fragrance settles into a heart of Mandarin, Patchouli, Cardamom, and Rosewood.

Our verdict on Desert Rosewood: Favourite

This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair, polarizing opinions with its sweet, spicy, and sometimes medicinal woody character. If you're after a unique, warm amber that doesn't shy away, give it a go. Otherwise, you might find it an acquired taste.
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
  • Classic
  • Bold
Desert Rosewood Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11%
Floral 7%
Fruity 2%
Green 1%
Sweet 35%
Warm 20%
Woody 28%
Earthy 18%
Animalic 1%
Fresh 6%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its warm, spicy, and woody accords, coupled with strong performance reported by many, make it ideal for cooler weather and evening wear. While some find it office-safe, its robust character might be a bit much for close-quarters professional settings.

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About

Desert Rosewood opens with a burst of warm, spiced mandarin, quickly settling into a robust heart of resinous rosewood and fuzzy benzoin. Cardamom and patchouli weave through, adding an earthy, peppery kick that some find medicinal or even akin to a vintage spiced cola. The vanilla lends a dry sweetness, balancing the woods without becoming sickly, creating a rich, opulent, and deeply comforting aura that lingers for hours.