Montale 2008 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Fruits of the Musk

by Pierre Montale

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Montale Fruits of the Musk is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Pierre Montale. Fruits of the Musk opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, Raspberry, and Blackberry, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Musk. Montale's Fruits of the Musk carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

Fruits of the Musk is a divisive one. You'll either adore its bright, juicy berry and clean musk blend, finding it uplifting and elegant, or you'll be put off by what some call a synthetic, cloying sweetness. This scent makes a statement - love it or leave it.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Playful
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Calm
  • Sweet
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Fruits of the Musk 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring Fall Winter

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting sweetness make it a bit much for a formal office environment, where subtlety is often key. However, these same traits, coupled with its playful, sensual vibe, make it a fantastic choice for dates and casual outings, ensuring you stand out. It's too sweet and rich for 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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

A vibrant blast of sweet and tart berries hits first, with strawberry, raspberry, and blackberry bursting forth, tempered by a zesty bergamot and mandarin citrus. This juicy opening settles into a soft, clean musk, underpinned by a delicate, romantic rose. It’s an effervescent, fruity-floral cocktail that manages to feel both familiar and uniquely Montale.

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