Mancera 2008 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Black Intensitive Aoud

by Pierre Montale

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Mancera Black Intensitive Aoud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Pierre Montale. Black Intensitive Aoud opens with Allspice, Clove, and Peach, and settles into a heart of Sugar Cane, Rose, Jasmine, and Violet. Mancera's Black Intensitive Aoud carries an Acquired verdict, a spicy-led wear.

This one's a divisive beast. Many find it an 'intensive' experience: a bold, unapologetic take on rose-oud that's both lauded for its power and loathed for its 'soapy' or 'hair spray' notes. Proceed with caution, and definitely sample first.
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  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
  • Edgy
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Black Intensitive Aoud Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Allspice33%
Clove33%
Peach33%
Heartas listed
Jasmine20%
Rose20%
Saffron20%
Sugar Cane20%
Violet20%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and intense, spicy-oud profile make it overwhelming for office environments, but it suits dates and formal events where making a statement is desired. It's too heavy and sophisticated for casual wear or 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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove

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

It kicks off with a surprising blend of sweet peach and spicy pimiento and clove, quickly leading to a rich, powdery heart of rose, violet, jasmine, and a prominent saffron-sugar sweetness. The intense, warm spicy and woody oud base anchors it all, though some find the oud more of a supporting player amidst the floral and sweet accords, creating a 'clean metallic' or even 'soapy' impression on some skin.

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