Mancera 2017 Edp

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Gold Aoud

by Pierre Montale

Mancera Gold Aoud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Pierre Montale. The fragrance settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, and Patchouli, and dries down to a base of Leather, Sandalwood, Guaiac Wood, and Musk.

Our verdict on Gold Aoud: Acquired

Gold Aoud is Mancera's softer, more approachable take on a rose-oud, making it surprisingly versatile. Don't expect a beastly oud bomb; this is a floral-woody affair that's earned a quiet appreciation among those in the know, despite some finding it a touch too feminine.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Clean
Gold Aoud Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 1%
Floral 33%
Fruity 1%
Green 3%
Sweet 24%
Warm 9%
Woody 24%
Earthy 18%
Animalic 17%
Fresh 5%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Citrus
100%
Woody
98%
Rose
82%
Oud
76%
Warm Spicy
75%

Notes

Heart Notes

Rose 46% Jasmine 28% Patchouli 27%

Base Notes

Amber 16% Musk 16% Leather 14% Sandalwood 14% Guaiac Wood 14% Vanilla 13% Cedar 13%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Gold Aoud's moderate projection and elegant Rose-Oud profile make it suitable for office wear if applied sparingly. Its alluring warmth and floral-woody balance are perfect for dates and formal events, though perhaps less so for casual daytime or active scenarios.

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About

It kicks off with a bright, zesty mandarin burst, quickly mingling with a hint of warm saffron and pepper before settling into its floral heart. Bulgarian rose leads the charge, softened by jasmine and underpinned by an earthy patchouli. The dry down is a sophisticated blend of smooth leather and creamy woods, with amber and vanilla adding a touch of sweetness, whilst the oud quietly supports from the background.

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