Year: 2015
Notes: ambrette seed, coriander, pink pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon, patchouli, Virginian cedar, Chinese cedar, Alaskan cedar, copaiba balsam, Sri Lankan sandalwood, ambroxan
"Palissandre d'Or is a journey into the quintessence of wood."
Palissandre d'Or is a stylistic departure for this house, not only due to the surprising omission of frankincense but also because of the composition's general aroma.
Composed by Alberto Morillas, it's a sweet, sharp and slightly fruity exploration into spices and woods. Where previous Aedes de Venustas offerings were variably airy, Palissandre d'Or is both darker and denser. Consisting of three different types of cedar, smoky tea-like nuances are discerned amongst an obscure woody sweetness. With the ambroxan ever increasing its presence, the creamy emergence of the sandalwood smooths out some of the rough edges.
Personally, one found it to be a bit of a disappointment, especially concerning the cedar and ambroxan cocktail (smelling sharper and more artificial as the drydown progresses). However, on a positive note, its staying power is admittedly excellent.
Palissandre d'Or is a stylistic departure for this house, not only due to the surprising omission of frankincense but also because of the composition's general aroma.
Composed by Alberto Morillas, it's a sweet, sharp and slightly fruity exploration into spices and woods. Where previous Aedes de Venustas offerings were variably airy, Palissandre d'Or is both darker and denser. Consisting of three different types of cedar, smoky tea-like nuances are discerned amongst an obscure woody sweetness. With the ambroxan ever increasing its presence, the creamy emergence of the sandalwood smooths out some of the rough edges.
Personally, one found it to be a bit of a disappointment, especially concerning the cedar and ambroxan cocktail (smelling sharper and more artificial as the drydown progresses). However, on a positive note, its staying power is admittedly excellent.
