Épices Exquises

Epices Exquises opens with a cool, crisp burst of cardamom, pink pepper, and black pepper, creating a sharp, aromatic-spicy top that feels both refreshing and slightly medicinal. It quickly settles into a deep, woody-oriental core where agarwood, patchouli, and sandalwood blend seamlessly with a faint coffee note that enhances the cardamom without adding sweetness—more like an earthy, roasted flavor than a coffee aroma. The scent evolves into a warm, radiant, and slightly powdery drydown with a genuine spiced warmth that avoids being overpowering. Despite its initial strong projection and striking sillage, it tends to tighten close to the skin after a few hours, making it more intimate than bold. Many users describe it as refined, elegant, and subtly sensual, with longevity ranging from moderate to long, but it is less persistent than expected during its mid-phase—commonly fading by 4 to 6 hours. Its warmth is ideal for winter or cool autumn evenings, though it can be worn on summer nights if worn lightly. The fragrance is unisex in intent but leans masculine due to its structural depth and dry-down character.