Mancera 2017 EDP

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Black Gold

by Pierre Montale

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Mancera Black Gold is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Pierre Montale. Black Gold opens with Citrus, Lavender, Cinnamon, and Nutmeg, settles into a heart of Sea Water, Patchouli, Rose, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, Leather, and Amber. Mancera's Black Gold carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Black Gold is a divisive one. You'll either get an incredibly luxurious, clean, and masculine lavender-leather dream, or a headache-inducing floral soap that reminds you of your nan. Definitely try before you buy, as personal chemistry truly dictates the experience.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Clean
  • Confident
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
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Black Gold 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its blend of freshness and underlying sophistication makes it versatile for many settings. While praised for its performance, its unique and occasionally strong floral leanings might be a bit much for some office environments, making it better suited for evenings and formal events.

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

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Black Gold opens with a fresh, spicy zest of citrus, nutmeg, and cinnamon, quickly followed by a clean, aromatic burst of lavender. The heart unfolds with a bouquet of rose, violet, and jasmine, tempered by an unexpected oceanic freshness and earthy patchouli. The drydown settles into a sophisticated base of smooth leather, woody notes, amber, and musk, offering a refined warmth that lingers.

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Where to buy

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