Songe d'un Bois d'Ete

Sunge d'un Bois d'Ete by Guerlain is a profoundly layered, mature leather-woody fragrance with strong animalic and earthy undertones. It opens with a bold, slightly medicinal burst of cumin and herbal notes, followed by a deep, smoky oud presence that lingers through the development. The fragrance balances dry, resinous woods with rich saffron, myrrh, and a subtle floral base that emerges only in the drydown. It's remarkably long-lasting, with a sillage that remains noticeable well into the night and a warmth that lingers far beyond the initial spray. While the notes listed by the brand omit oud, many users report its presence as a central character, and others experience it as a dark, noble leathery fragrance with a powerful, almost intoxicating presence. It is widely considered a masterpiece in the modern oriental fragrance genre, offering intensity, complexity, and a seductive rawness that appeals deeply to those drawn to stark, sensual, and unapologetically masculine aesthetics.