Scent #8: Roots of Refinement

Batch No. 8A71724 | 3.5 liters remaining | Dilution: 15%
Batch No. 8 — A Modern Classic
This scent was created for those who understand that true luxury is never loud. It’s the quiet weight of a tailored jacket. The warm hush of an old cigar lounge. The kind of refinement you feel, not flaunt.
Batch No. 8 opens with a crisp, sparkling brightness. Bergamot leads the way, bright and almost fizzy, sharpened by the green snap of clary sage and the citrus bite of grapefruit. Basil adds a sharp crispness, while lavender smooths the edges, giving the opening a fresh, traditional elegance.
As it evolves, the scent deepens. Rosewood bridges the gap between bright beginnings and textured richness, dry and slightly bitter. Moroccan Rose Damascena blooms next—soft, not sweet—woven into the composition like a silk lining stitched by hand. Orris brings a subtle powdery elegance, while lily of the valley lifts the heart just enough to keep it buoyant.
Then comes the soul of the fragrance. Haitian and Indonesian vetiver add a dry, smoky gravitas. Sandalwood wraps it in smoothness, while ambroxan lends a quiet, modern glow. Patchouli and suede thread through the base, giving it a worn-in richness—comforting, but never casual. Oak moss and cedarwood ground everything with an earthy, understated confidence.
There is a whisper of tobacco in the air. Not obvious. Not overwhelming. Just enough to evoke polished wood, leather armchairs, and the warm memory of a half-forgotten evening. This wasn’t made to follow trends. It was made for those who understand that craftsmanship is an experience you wear close to the skin. A scent that doesn’t need to explain itself.
It’s the fragrance version of a classic jacket that only gets better with time.
Top Notes: Bergamot (Organic), Blood Orange, Grapefruit, Lemon Oil, Basil, Lavender
Heart Notes: Rose Damascena (Morocco), Lily of the Valley (Muguet), Orris, Clary Sage, Geraniol, Rosewood, Cedarwood
Base Notes: Vetiver (Haiti & Indonesia), Sandalwood, Ambroxan, Oak Moss, Patchouli, Violet Leaf Absolute, Suede accord, Tobacco