100ml

PREMIERE NOTE

JAVA WOOD

Name: JAVA WOOD
Brand: PREMIERE NOTE
Price: 152.53 $
Availability: InStock

Eau De Parfum

Unisex

Sizes

Starting

$152.53

€130

Description

Java Wood by Première Note is a distinctive woody oriental fragrance that opens with an intriguing blend of star anise, Sichuan pepper, and bright bergamot, offering a spicy and fresh introduction. As it develops, a warm and aromatic heart emerges, featuring tobacco, cumin, and violet leaf, adding a rich, slightly green complexity. The scent settles into a deep, earthy, and smoky base, characterized by Haitian and Java vetiver oils, softened by a unique touch of licorice, creating a persistent and sensual trail. This fragrance is often described as audacious and evocative, reminiscent of dense undergrowth and ancient woods. Perfumer: Mélanie Leroux

Scent Profile

Oriental

Woody

Spicy

Earthy

Smoky

Notes

Top Notes

Star Anise

Sichuan Pepper

Bergamot

Middle Notes

Tobacco

Cumin

Violet Leaf

Base Notes

Vetiver

Java Vetiver Oil

Licorice

About PREMIERE NOTE

Première Note is a French niche fragrance house founded in 2015 by Hervé Josserand, a former L'Oréal director and founder of Creation Beauté International, reinterpreting iconic notes of haute parfumerie with explosive, authentic compositions using noble raw materials sourced globally. The brand's philosophy centers on highlighting a dominant 'Première Note'—the memorable top note that persists throughout—evoking emotions, places, and traditions modernized for contemporary wear, with collections like Magical Gardens and Oriental Elixirs designed for layering and personalization. Its signature style offers elegant, timeless, unisex scents such as Ambre Kashmir, Cedar Atlas, and Rose Sheherazade, targeting fragrance enthusiasts seeking accessible luxury.

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Perfumer

Mélanie Leroux

Mélanie Leroux is a French perfumer known for her work with prestigious houses, including creating the notable fragrance Myrrh Casati for Maison Mona di Orio in 2014, the first release by the house following Mona di Orio's passing. She has collaborated with Fleuressence and contributed to confidential brands alongside renowned perfumers like Bertrand Duchaufour and Michel Roudnitska. Her creations emphasize architectural structures and rich accords, showcasing her expertise in niche perfumery.

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Reviews

4.0

Very Good1 reviews

Ministry of Scent

4.0/5 • 1 reviews

Community Insights

Reviewers generally find Java Wood to be a rich, dry, and earthy woody scent, often highlighting its smoky facets and a subtle licorice undertone. Many appreciate its unique character, which some compare to the ambiance of old churches or libraries.

Pros

Quality composition: The blend is often praised for its originality and vibrant character, creating a well-rounded and nicely done woody fragrance.

Versatile appeal: Described as a unisex fragrance, it's considered suitable for various occasions and for those who enjoy bold, vetiver-centric scents.

Evocative scent profile: Many find its smoky, earthy aroma captivating, evoking imagery of undergrowth, resinous woods, and a deep, sensual feeling.

Cons

Initial medicinal nuance: A few reviewers have noted a fleeting 'fresh plaster' or 'antiseptic' opening, though it typically fades quickly.

Comparisons

Similar to Fumidus by Profumum Roma: Some find a resemblance in its rugged, earthy tone.

Reminds reviewers of Lorenzo Villoresi's Vetiver: The opening shares similarities with this classic vetiver fragrance.

Preferred over Atelier Cologne's Cedar Atlas: Reviewers who enjoy realistic wood notes often prefer Java Wood for its less spiky and sharper cedar interpretation.