Montale 2006 EDP

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Steam Aoud (Aoud Hoggar Mota)

by Pierre Montale

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Montale Steam Aoud (Aoud Hoggar Mota) is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2006, created by Pierre Montale. Montale's Steam Aoud (Aoud Hoggar Mota) carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive and enigmatic, Steam Aoud is either a refined, airy oud experience or a disappointing, overly floral one. It's a Montale that bucks the house's usual "in your face" reputation, for better or worse.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Cozy
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Steam Aoud (Aoud Hoggar Mota) 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:
Office

Despite its 'eternal' longevity and 'strong' sillage, many reviewers describe this as a "quiet floater" or "polite" oud, making it surprisingly suitable for office wear. Its refined nature and alluring dry down also make it a good choice for dates and formal events, particularly in cooler weather.

About

Steam Aoud opens with an unusual, almost camphoric freshness, quickly giving way to a smooth, almost steamed accord of aoud. While caraway is listed, many detect a soft, lingering rose, intertwined with a warm, clean amber base. The tobacco note is subtle, providing a gentle depth rather than a dominant smokiness, evolving into a velvety, woody dry down that some find surprisingly clean and bright.

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