Goutal 2020 EDP

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Ambre Sauvage Absolu 2020

by Isabelle Doyen , Camille Goutal

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Goutal Ambre Sauvage Absolu 2020 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Isabelle Doyen and Camille Goutal. Ambre Sauvage Absolu 2020 opens with Red Fruits and Lavender, settles into a heart of Iris and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Styrax, and Blackwood. Goutal's Ambre Sauvage Absolu 2020 carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This Goutal offering is a divisive 'sexy grandma' scent - an old-world elegant amber that you'll either adore for its timeless sophistication or find a bit too intense and old-fashioned. Definitely not a blind buy.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Luxurious
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Ambre Sauvage Absolu 2020 Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lavender58%
Red Fruits42%
Heartas listed
Vanilla51%
Iris49%
Baseas listed
Blackwood36%
Styrax34%
Patchouli29%

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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage, combined with its rich, somewhat heavy character, make it less suitable for office or sport. It shines in evening settings, with its elegant and warm profile perfectly suiting dates and formal events, particularly in colder months.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Ambre Sauvage Absolu opens with a fleeting burst of red fruits, quickly settling into a powdery embrace of iris and a smooth, smoky vanilla. The journey deepens into a woody-resinous base of blackwood, styrax, and a subtle patchouli, creating a warm, elegant amber that's both classic and rich. There's a delicate balance here, with the lavender adding an airy, antique feel rather than dominating.

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