Montale 2011 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Wild Pears

by Pierre Montale

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Montale Wild Pears is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2011, created by Pierre Montale. Wild Pears opens with Bergamot and Pear, settles into a heart of Lily of the Valley and Carnation, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Montale's Wild Pears carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive, to say the least. Wild Pears is a chaotic blend that promises juicy fruit but often delivers a powdery, screechy mess. Some find it a delightful, long-lasting pear bomb; others get baby wipes and despair. Definitely one to try before you buy a full bottle.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Bright
  • Sweet
  • Soft
  • Elegant
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Wild Pears 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:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate sillage and unusual character make it a curious fit for office or formal settings. While some find it 'fresh' for casual wear or even the gym, its polarizing powdery aspects could be a gamble in close quarters, though the longevity means it'll stick around.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT, PARFUM / FRAGRANCE, AQUA / WATER, BENZYL SALICYLATE, LIMONENE, ALPHAISOMETHYL IONONE, CINNAMYL ALCOHOL, LINALOOL, CITRONELLOL, HEXYL CINNAMAL, GERANIOL, EUGENOL, CITRAL

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Another shop's list names different allergens.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Wild Pears opens with a fleeting burst of bright, sweet pear and zesty bergamot, a tantalising fruity invitation. This quickly morphs, however, into a floral heart dominated by sharp carnation and delicate lily of the valley. As it dries down, a persistent powdery musk emerges, underpinned by creamy vanilla and a hint of warm sandalwood, often leaving a 'clean' but unexpectedly 'mature' impression.

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Where to buy

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