Montale 2018 EDP

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Fantastic Oud

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Montale Fantastic Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018. Fantastic Oud settles into a heart of Patchouli, Rose, Tobacco, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Leather, Sandalwood, and Ambergris. Montale's Fantastic Oud carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

A divisive oud for some, a crowd-pleasing Montale for others. If you're after a warm, rich, and unapologetically masculine scent that screams 'look at me', this is your guy. Don't expect subtlety, do expect compliments and a whole lot of attention from this beast mode fragrance.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Warm
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Fantastic Oud 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection and bold character, Fantastic Oud is best suited for evening wear and special occasions. It might be too overwhelming for an office environment, but perfect for making an impression on a date or at a formal event.

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

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

Fantastic Oud opens with a smooth, approachable oud, far from the barnyard variety. This quickly settles into a rich tapestry of dry tobacco and a subtle, almost honeyed sweetness, intertwined with warm amber and smoky incense. A soft rose and earthy patchouli provide depth, while a luxurious leather accord and creamy sandalwood emerge in the dry down, creating a sensual and complex experience.

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