75ml
75ml
SCENTS OF WOOD
Vanilla in Armagnac
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$240
Description
Scents of Wood's "Vanilla in Armagnac" offers a sophisticated take on vanilla, moving beyond typical gourmand sweetness to present a rich, boozy, and woody experience. It opens with a bright, zesty burst of citrus and a hint of spicy warmth, quickly transitioning into a heart where a robust vanilla absolute is deepened by praline and the earthy sweetness of immortelle. The dry-down settles into a comforting embrace of smoked woods, guaiac, and oak, all infused with the distinctive influence of Armagnac barrel aging, creating a lasting and addictive aroma. This fragrance wears like a warm cashmere coat, perfect for cooler evenings.
Perfumer: Natasha Côté-Mouzannar
Scent Profile
Gourmand
Woody
Boozy
Warm
Spicy
Citrus
Notes
Top Notes
Bitter Orange
Lemon
Pink Pepper
CypressArmagnac Accord
Middle Notes
Vanilla
Vetiver
Praline
ImmortelleBase Notes
Cocoa
Amber
Sandalwood
Oakwood
Guaiac WoodSmoked Woods
Cedarwood
Iso E SuperAbout SCENTS OF WOOD
Scents of Wood is a niche fragrance house founded in 2019-2020 by Fabrice Croisé, a French perfume industry veteran now based in Utah, inspired by forests, trees, and the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku or 'Forest Bathing.' The brand's unique philosophy centers on capturing L'Âme du Bois—the soul of wood—through aging organic cane alcohol in recycled wooden barrels and blending with rare woody essences in collaboration with IFF perfumers, creating deep, evocative scents with a woody backbone for fragrance enthusiasts seeking nature's mystery.
Perfumer
Natasha Côté-Mouzannar
Natasha Côté-Mouzannar is the only Canadian perfumer, born in Quebec and raised in Toronto in a bilingual family that fostered her appreciation for diverse cultures and scent construction. She trained under master perfumer Anne Flipo and now works as a senior perfumer at IFF, creating fragrances like those for Zoologist Perfumes, Scents of Wood, and Elizabeth Arden campaigns using IFF's Science of Wellness platform. Her philosophy centers on crafting moments through perfect accords, unity, and cohesion in perfumery.
Reviews
4.5
Excellent4 reviews
Ministry of Scent
4.0/5 • 2 reviews
SCENTS OF WOOD
5.0/5 • 2 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers consistently describe "Vanilla in Armagnac" as a sophisticated, non-sugary vanilla with a prominent boozy, woody, and citrusy character. It's often praised for its depth and complexity, offering a grown-up take on vanilla that is both comforting and captivating.
Pros
Performance excellence: The fragrance is noted for lingering on the skin for hours, providing a long-lasting and seductive embrace.
Versatile appeal: It's considered perfect for cooler seasons like fall, winter, and early spring, and ideal for evening wear, date nights, and cozy gatherings.
Quality composition: Many appreciate its depth, fire, and finesse, noting it's not a cupcake-sweet vanilla but rather elegant, mature, and rich with a boozy kick and woody undertones.
Comparisons
Similar to Vanille Insensée by Atelier Cologne: Reviewers have drawn parallels to this fragrance.
Between Althaïr and Fève Gourmande: Some find its profile to sit in a similar vein to these scents.
Companion to Vanilla in Bourbon: It's described as a lighter, fizzier alternative to Vanilla in Bourbon, which is considered headier and boozier.
Vibe & Emotions
Cozy and Refined: The scent evokes a feeling of being cozy yet refined, like wrapping oneself in a warm cashmere coat on a chilly evening.
Sensual and Embracing: On feminine skin, it's described as sensual and embracing, while on masculine skin, it transforms into a velvety, smoky sweetness that's irresistibly inviting.
Comforting and Captivating: It offers a comforting warmth without being cloying, balancing sweetness with a grounded, captivating presence.
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