100ml
100ml
MONTALE
Full Incense
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$190
Description
Montale's Full Incense is a profound and evocative fragrance, launched in 2010, that truly delivers on its name. It opens with a powerful and authentic burst of Somalian incense, immediately setting a spiritual and resinous tone. As it develops, the scent reveals a comforting warmth from labdanum, which adds a slightly leathery depth to the composition. The dry down settles into a grounding woody resonance, with Virginia cedar and patchouli providing an earthy, smoky finish that lingers beautifully on the skin. This is a bold and classic incense fragrance, often compared to the scent of ancient churches, making it ideal for those who appreciate a rich, intense, and mystical aroma. Perfumer: Pierre Montale
Scent Profile
Woody
Resinous
Smoky
Balsamic
Warm
Earthy
Notes
Top Notes
Incense
Elemi Resin
Middle Notes
LabdanumBase Notes
Virginia Cedar
PatchouliAbout MONTALE
Montale Paris, founded in 2003 by Pierre Montale, is renowned for pioneering the use of oud—known as the 'wood of the gods'—in French perfumery, blending Eastern opulence with Western refinement to create bold, luxurious niche fragrances. Inspired by his experiences in Saudi Arabia, the brand explores universes of rose, spices, leather, and more, producing daring scents that fuse oriental richness with European elegance. Its signature style features intense, long-lasting compositions centered on oud, targeting enthusiasts of mysterious and evocative luxury perfumes.
Perfumer
Pierre Montale
Pierre Montale, born in France, is a renowned perfumer who founded the niche perfume houses Montale in 2003 and Mancera in 2008, pioneering the integration of oud and oriental scents into French perfumery. His career began after travels to Saudi Arabia, where he created fragrances for the royal family using exclusive materials, later inspiring his Paris-based brands that blend Eastern and Western influences. He collaborates with his daughter Amélie, who became Artistic Director of Mancera in 2017, and his work is characterized by bold, luxurious compositions sold from a boutique near the Champs-Élysées.
Reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers consistently praise Full Incense for its authentic and potent portrayal of church-like incense, often described as spiritual and deeply resinous. Many find it to be a straightforward yet complex scent that stands out.
Pros
Performance excellence: This fragrance is noted for its strong projection and impressive longevity, with many users reporting it lasts over 12 hours on skin.
Quality composition: The blend is celebrated for its pure, spiritual, and glorious incense aroma, offering a rich and high-quality experience.
Versatile appeal: While intense, it's considered a versatile unisex fragrance suitable for both daily wear and special occasions, particularly shining in cooler weather.
Cons
Specific limitation: Some find the intensity overwhelming, advising against overspraying as it can become cloying after several hours.
Situational drawback: The strong 'churchy' incense profile might not appeal to everyone, with some preferring not to smell like a sacred space.
Comparisons
Similar to Comme des Garçons Avignon: Many reviewers draw parallels to Avignon for its authentic church incense vibe.
Reminds reviewers of Cire Trudon's Spiritus Sancti room spray: The scent profile is likened to this specific room fragrance.
Similar to Kiton: One reviewer noted a 99.99% similarity to Kiton.
Vibe & Emotions
Spiritual: It frequently evokes feelings of sacred rituals, mysticism, and the atmosphere of an authentic Catholic church.
Mysterious: The deep, intense, and captivating nature of the scent creates an aura of mystique and allure.
Warm and Grounding: The earthy, smoky, and woody notes provide a comforting and grounding sensation.
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