Pierre Guillaume Paris 2005 EDT

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L'Eau Rare Matale 06

by Pierre Guillaume

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Pierre Guillaume Paris L'Eau Rare Matale 06 is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2005, created by Pierre Guillaume. L'Eau Rare Matale 06 opens with White Flowers, Bergamot, and Sage, settles into a heart of Black Tea, Cedar, and Pepper, and dries down to a base of Spicy Notes, Musk, Vetiver, and Birch. Pierre Guillaume Paris's L'Eau Rare Matale 06 carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A truly gorgeous aroma, but a frustratingly fleeting one. L'Eau Rare Matale delivers a unique smoky tea and bergamot experience that captivates, but its poor longevity makes it a pricey reapplication habit.
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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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its intimate sillage and moderate, often short-lived performance make it suitable for close-quarters like the office or casual day wear where it won't overwhelm. However, its poor longevity means frequent reapplication is needed for any extended occasion.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a bright, zesty burst of bergamot, immediately softened by the gentle whisper of white flowers and the herbal undertone of sage. Soon, the heart reveals a distinct smoky black tea, intertwined with the sharp spice of pepper and the grounding presence of cedar. The drydown settles into a soft, earthy base of vetiver and birch, retaining a subtle, clean smokiness alongside warm, indefinable spices and a hint of musk.

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