Xerjoff 2012 Parfum

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Gao

Name: Gao Parfum
Brand: Xerjoff
Availability: InStock

Xerjoff Gao is a Parfum launched in 2012, created by Chris Maurice. Gao opens with Juniper, Saffron, and Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha, settles into a heart of Gurjun Balsam and resins, and dries down to a base of Oud, Amber, and Patchouli. Xerjoff's Gao carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a true love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find it a masterpiece of modern oud, others a synthetic mess of nail polish remover and burnt rubber. Definitely not for the faint of heart, but if you're into intense, challenging woody scents, prepare to be rewarded after the initial shock.

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Bold
Woody
Masculine
Confident
Fresh

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Profile

Citrus 0%

Floral 2%

Fruity 0%

Green 5%

Sweet 12%

Warm 33%

Woody 41%

Earthy 32%

Animalic 19%

Fresh 5%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Accords

Woody

100%

Amber

65%

Oud

65%

Warm Spicy

55%

Earthy

45%

Notes

Top Notes

Saffron 41% Cypriol Oil Or Nagarmotha 32% Juniper 27%

Heart Notes

R resins 54% Gurjun Balsam 46%

Base Notes

Oud 43% Amber 32% Patchouli 25%

Performance

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Projection

Strong

Intensity

Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:

Fall Winter

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Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:

Formal

Also Works:

Date

Gao's beast-mode projection and tenacity make it largely unsuitable for office or casual wear where subtlety is key. Its dark, opulent character and powerful presence are best suited to formal occasions or evening dates, demanding a commanding, confident wearer.

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About

Gao explodes with a challenging, medicinal oud, sharpened by bitter saffron that's been cranked up to eleven. Imagine hot resin and burnt rubber, then a gradual transition to a dark, dry woody heart. Patchouli and balsamic notes add a dense, resinous depth in the drydown, providing a smoky, almost gothic aroma that lingers for ages without ever sweetening up. It's an austere, uncompromising woody journey from start to finish.