Maison Jannobi 2026 EDT

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Van Cao

by Vincent Ricord

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Maison Jannobi Van Cao is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2026, created by Vincent Ricord. Van Cao opens with Almond and Hazelnut, settles into a heart of White Chocolate, Cacao Pod, and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, and Tonka Bean. Maison Jannobi's Van Cao carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This one's a vanilla powerhouse, a deeply satisfying gourmand that's all about creamy indulgence. If you crave an authentic, rich vanilla experience, Van Cao delivers. Expect to be noticed, but in the best possible way.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Gourmand
  • Sweet
  • Confident
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Van Cao Eau de Toilette 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

Built on vanilla, sweet and cacao - a composition that sits best in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its powerful gourmand nature and good projection make it less suitable for an office setting where subtlety is key. However, its warmth and captivating scent are perfect for a date night or relaxed social gatherings. It might be a bit too playful for very formal events and completely out of place 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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter almond Benzaldehyde from Almond
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Van Cao opens with a rich, nutty embrace of almond and hazelnut, quickly deepening into a heart of decadent white chocolate and raw cacao pod. It's a luxurious, edible vanilla, not overly sweet, but wonderfully creamy and smooth. The base settles into a warm, inviting blend of musk, amber, and tonka bean, leaving a trail that's both comforting and undeniably alluring.

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