Montale 2017 EDP

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Intense Iris

by Pierre Montale

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Montale Intense Iris is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Pierre Montale. Intense Iris settles into a heart of Iris, and dries down to a base of Musk and Sandalwood. Montale's Intense Iris carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a right tease. Montale promises 'Intense' but delivers a soft, clean iris that many find beautiful, but a fair few get absolutely nothing from. Prepare for a fight over whether it even exists, let alone if it lasts.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
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Intense Iris Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Heartas listed
Iris100%
Baseas listed
Musk50%
Sandalwood50%

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:
Spring Summer Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its clean, understated character and frequently noted weak sillage make it ideal for office wear and casual settings where you don't want to overwhelm. While elegant enough for formal events or dates, its poor projection might mean it gets lost in the crowd.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • 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 refined, powdery iris takes the lead, evoking the scent of high-end cosmetics rather than aggressive earthiness. It's softened by a creamy sandalwood, lending a gentle woodiness, and anchored by a smooth musk that prolongs the clean, close-to-skin aura. There's a delicate violet floral undertone, adding to its ethereal, fresh character.

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Where to buy

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