Patchouli Nobile Nobile

Bright lemon and white pepper assault immediately, their citric sharpness cutting through incense-like frankincense that feels almost religious in intensity. The spice is peppery, almost culinary, creating an unexpectedly fresh and somewhat unexpected beginning for a patchouli fragrance—nothing earthy yet, just pure aromatic crispness.

As the pepper subsides, patchouli emerges with genuine subtlety, working alongside creamy jasmine and smoky gaiac wood to reveal the fragrance's true character. Cistus adds a leathery, slightly herbaceous dimension that prevents the jasmine from blooming into anything traditionally feminine; instead, the heart becomes woody and contemplative, with resinous undertones suggesting incense smouldering in a cedar room.

What remains is primarily a smoky, dry woody base—the labdanum and oakmoss creating an almost leathery texture whilst sandalwood and tonka bean contribute warmth without sweetness. The patchouli has retreated entirely, leaving only the amber's gentle glow and that persistent oakmoss dryness that lingers for hours, though with minimal projection.