L'Artisan Parfumeur 2015 EDP

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Noir Exquis

by Bertrand Duchaufour

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L'Artisan Parfumeur Noir Exquis is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Bertrand Duchaufour. Noir Exquis opens with Chestnut and Orange, settles into a heart of Maple, Orange Blossom, and Coffee, and dries down to a base of Ebony, Sandalwood, Heliotrope, and Vanilla. L'Artisan Parfumeur's Noir Exquis carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Noir Exquis is a divisive, albeit adored, sophisticated take on a gourmand. Expect a rich, comforting, woody vanilla with a gentle coffee and maple warmth. Be warned: performance is a roll of the dice.
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  • Cozy
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Gourmand
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Noir Exquis Eau de Parfum bottle

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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 Casual
Also Works:
Formal

This is a warm, intimate scent best suited for cooler weather. Its gourmand and warm spicy accords make it perfect for dates and casual outings, offering a comforting presence. While some find it office-safe due to its soft projection, it's generally too rich for formal events or strenuous activity.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

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

Imagine stepping into a luxurious patisserie on a crisp autumn day; that's Noir Exquis. It opens with candied chestnut and a whisper of orange, quickly melting into a heart of rich coffee and a smooth maple syrup. The base luxuriates in warm vanilla, creamy sandalwood, and dark ebony wood, creating a scent that's both deeply comforting and elegantly complex.

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