Black Musk
Black Musk by Montale is an unisex eau de parfum in the niche price tier. It opens with black pepper, nutmeg, clove and saffron, moves into iris, patchouli and leather and dries down to musk, guaiac wood, sandalwood and amber. Expect around 10 hours of wear, and it projects very strongly.
Notes, explained
Opening
- Black Pepper Dry and prickly. Gives a fragrance grip and a bit of bite.
- Nutmeg Warm, woody and slightly sweet. Cosy without being gourmand.
- Clove Hot, dry and dental. Powerful — a little goes a long way.
- Saffron Leathery, medicinal and slightly metallic. The signature of modern niche.
Heart
- Iris Cool, powdery, slightly carroty and expensive. The luxury note.
- Patchouli Damp earth and dark chocolate. Either you love it or it's your least favourite note.
- Leather Smoky, dry and a bit animal. Can be a new jacket or an old saddle.
Dry-down
- Musk Warm, skin-like and slightly sweet. Makes a fragrance feel like you.
- Guaiac Wood Smoky, tarry and slightly sweet. Like a bonfire and roses.
- Sandalwood Creamy, milky wood. Soft and almost edible.
- Amber Warm, golden and resinous. Not a real material — a blend that glows.
Smells like this
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