Nicolaï Parfumeur-Créateur 2014 Edp

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Cuir Cuba Intense

by Patricia de Nicolaï

Nicolaï Parfumeur-Créateur Cuir Cuba Intense is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Patricia de Nicolaï. The fragrance opens with Star Anise, Mint, Licorice, and Lemon, settles into a heart of Lavender, Magnolia, Geranium, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Civet, Patchouli, Hay, and Cedar.

Our verdict on Cuir Cuba Intense: Acquired

This is a seriously polarising scent, loved by those who crave unusual tobacco and licorice combinations, and intensely disliked by those who find it challenging and discordant. Definitely not a blind buy, but a unique masterpiece to others.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Warm
Cuir Cuba Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7%
Floral 15%
Fruity 1%
Green 12%
Sweet 22%
Warm 23%
Woody 7%
Earthy 12%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 17%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Soft Spicy
100%
Sweet
74%
Anis
74%
Fresh Spicy
72%
Tobacco
69%

Notes

Top Notes

Licorice 33% Star Anise 29% Mint 22% Lemon 17%

Heart Notes

Lavender 19% Cumin 19% Coriander 17% Ylang-Ylang 16% Magnolia 15% Geranium 15%

Base Notes

Tobacco 24% Hay 19% Patchouli 15% Cedar 15% Civet 14% Tonka Bean 13%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate projection and longevity make it suitable for intimate settings, while the complex and unique tobacco-licorice profile leans towards more considered occasions. Some find it strong in the opening, making it less ideal for the office.

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Cuir Cuba Intense opens with a bracing, almost balsamic burst of star anise, licorice, and mint, brightened by a whisper of lemon. As it settles, a floral heart of lavender, magnolia, and ylang-ylang mingles with earthy spices like cumin and coriander. The dry down is a rich, complex blend of sweet pipe tobacco, dry hay, and a subtle animatic civet, all grounded by patchouli and cedar. It's a journey from fresh spice to warm, alluring depth with a hint of sweetness.

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