M.Micallef 2005 EDP

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Les 4 Saisons: Black Sea

by Jean-Claude Astier

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M.Micallef Les 4 Saisons: Black Sea is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2005, created by Jean-Claude Astier. Les 4 Saisons: Black Sea opens with Spicy Notes, Guaiac Wood, and Cypress, settles into a heart of Floral Notes, Lily of the Valley, Cinnamon, and Clove, and dries down to a base of Virginia Cedarwood, Amber, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. M.Micallef's Les 4 Saisons: Black Sea carries a Statement verdict, a spicy-led wear.

M.Micallef's Black Sea is a divisive beast: some hail it as a beautifully blended, intriguing oriental, while others find its intensity almost nauseating. It's a bold, spicy journey that demands attention, definitely not for the faint of heart.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Romantic
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
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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
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its bold and heavy spicy-woody profile, coupled with moderate longevity and sillage, makes it a bit much for the office. However, its intriguing and romantic nuances make it an excellent choice for dates or formal evening events.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

This scent opens with a complex blast of dry spices and smoky guaiac wood, immediately setting a rich, mysterious tone. As it settles, a floral heart emerges, subtly interwoven with warm, aromatic notes of cinnamon, clove, and a prominent saffron, lending a certain refined sweetness. The base grounds everything with deep cedar, smooth sandalwood, vanilla, and a lingering, evocative incense, creating a dark, resinous warmth that truly endures.

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