Valentino 2017 EDT

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Valentino Uomo Noir Absolu

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Valentino Valentino Uomo Noir Absolu is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2017. Valentino Uomo Noir Absolu opens with Pepper and Cinnamon, settles into a heart of Incense and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood. Valentino's Valentino Uomo Noir Absolu carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This discontinued gem is a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but those who love it are absolutely obsessed. Expect a bold, smooth, and sexy scent that draws compliments like a magnet. Some find it linear or even bubblegum-like, but for many, it's a masterpiece worth the current collector's prices.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
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Valentino Uomo Noir Absolu Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cinnamon59%
Pepper41%
Heartas listed
Incense60%
Frankincense40%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood100%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its strong projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its dark, warm, and spicy character, make it most suitable for evening and formal occasions, like dates or fancy events. It's generally too intense for an office setting or casual daytime wear, and definitely not for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a fiery kick of black pepper and warm cinnamon before settling into a smoky heart of rich incense and olibanum. The journey culminates in a creamy, luxurious sandalwood base, lending a smooth, almost velvety finish. It’s a dark, resinous blend that manages to feel both sophisticated and utterly seductive.

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