Spiritueuse Double Vanille

Spiritueuse Double Vanille by Guerlain is a deeply resonant, luxuriously complex vanilla fragrance that evokes opulent dessert and dark ambient smoke. Its opening is richly boozy with rum and benzoin, layered over a warm, sweet vanilla base that feels both gourmand and sophisticated. Notes of incense, amber, and woody cedar lend a smoky, almost theatrical depth—particularly in the drydown—transforming the sweetness into something darker, more intimate, and memorable. The fragrance unfolds like a narrative: it begins with a heady, intoxicating burst that fades into a quietly radiant, deeply sensual vanilla-amber glow, offering a warm, comforting presence that lingers well into the night. While the sillage is moderate and projection is restrained post-initial burst, the fragrance has a rare, almost addictive persistence, with traces still detectable on skin the next day. The overall impression is of a high-end, emotionally charged scent—elegant, mature, and unmistakably distinctive. It leans into a rich, semi-private, 'by the fire' atmosphere, ideal for colder seasons and intimate moments.