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Intense Cherry
by Montale
Montale Intense Cherry presents a soft, synthetic cherry note that quickly fades into a powdery floral-musk base. The opening features a faint, slightly artificial cherry tied to bergamot and vanilla, but the core of the scent is dominated by a sweet, vanilla-rose accorde with subtle musk and sandalwood. The perfume has a light, delicate sillage and moderate longevity, making it best suited for spring or cooler summer evenings. It is overall very feminine in character, though perception varies — some find it sweet and comforting, while others criticize it as bland, overly sweet, or reminiscent of cheap air fresheners. The cherry note is barely detectable, with many reviewers noting it lacks intensity, depth, and authenticity. The dry down leans toward a creamy floral vanilla with a faint musky woody top, giving it a soft but unremarkable character. While it performs adequately in terms of projection and longevity, it fails to deliver on its 'intense' promise, making it more suitable for those seeking a light, wearable gourmand floral than a truly daring cherry fragrance.
Pros
- +Light and airy feel ideal for warm days or cool evenings
- +Moderate longevity and sillage for a low-cost, casual wear
- +Unique powdery, vanilla-sweet note that stands out pleasantly for some
Cons
- −Cherry note is faint, synthetic, and not intense or authentic
- −Can come across as cheap, over-sweet, or like an air freshener
- −Falls short in performance for an 'intense' fragrance, especially for gourmand lovers