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09/15/2023
Mairuwa
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Bali by bike
I'm slowly testing my way through the world travel sample set from Une Nuit Nomade. So today Bali, by bike. Mr. Vetiver.
As an outspoken vetiver fan, I am initially surprised by the predominance of cardamom, which dominates the spicy opening. But I have to admit that I can get a lot out of it - the interplay works well. A soft citrus note also plays a part in the opening, but only in a restrained way. Cardamom and vetiver quickly take over and lead into the spicy center of the fragrance. After some time, various other notes can be identified, but they tend to appear in nuances, once something almost fruity, then - but really only minimally - I think I can make out a hint of something sour - tarragon? It remains predominantly green and spicy, then later slightly woody, but the cardamom remains perceptible for a long time, albeit discreetly. Almost everything here is subtle. This is not to say that it is pleasing or arbitrary. On the contrary, the interplay is interesting and definitely has edges. But the fragrance is never loud or obtrusive. It is much more restrained than some of the other Nuit Nomade fragrances. This is not really a flaw. I often prefer the quiet, more intimate fragrances to overly loud representatives. However, what is perhaps most objectionable is the fact that the fragrance's longevity is unfortunately not that great either: the scent accompanies you rather quietly for a while, but then unfortunately evaporates all too soon. Mr.Vetiver simply cycles quietly away.
The take-away lesson for me: vetiver and cardamom go well together. As always, the bottle is classic and beautiful. The fragrance is much nicer than the grey color of the liquid would suggest. All in all: a test recommendation for vetiver and cardamom lovers and those who want to become one.
As an outspoken vetiver fan, I am initially surprised by the predominance of cardamom, which dominates the spicy opening. But I have to admit that I can get a lot out of it - the interplay works well. A soft citrus note also plays a part in the opening, but only in a restrained way. Cardamom and vetiver quickly take over and lead into the spicy center of the fragrance. After some time, various other notes can be identified, but they tend to appear in nuances, once something almost fruity, then - but really only minimally - I think I can make out a hint of something sour - tarragon? It remains predominantly green and spicy, then later slightly woody, but the cardamom remains perceptible for a long time, albeit discreetly. Almost everything here is subtle. This is not to say that it is pleasing or arbitrary. On the contrary, the interplay is interesting and definitely has edges. But the fragrance is never loud or obtrusive. It is much more restrained than some of the other Nuit Nomade fragrances. This is not really a flaw. I often prefer the quiet, more intimate fragrances to overly loud representatives. However, what is perhaps most objectionable is the fact that the fragrance's longevity is unfortunately not that great either: the scent accompanies you rather quietly for a while, but then unfortunately evaporates all too soon. Mr.Vetiver simply cycles quietly away.
The take-away lesson for me: vetiver and cardamom go well together. As always, the bottle is classic and beautiful. The fragrance is much nicer than the grey color of the liquid would suggest. All in all: a test recommendation for vetiver and cardamom lovers and those who want to become one.
