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TRUDON
Mortel Noir
Extrait De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$340
Description
Mortel Noir by TRUDON is a deeply spiced and intensely powerful fragrance, presented as a true Parfum with a 27% concentration for a rich, enduring presence. It opens with an electrifying burst of Madagascar black pepper, quickly joined by warm nutmeg, cardamom, ginger, and a touch of bright bergamot. As it develops, the heart reveals the profound warmth of Somalian frankincense, a unique 'Mystikal' accord, and the grounding presence of Virginia cedar. The dry down settles into a magnetic base of benzoin resin, pure cistus, myrrh, labdanum, and cedar, creating an almost animalic sensuality that feels both wild and utterly hypnotic. This scent is a dark, sensual journey, celebrating the intimate warmth of skin. Perfumer: Yann Vasnier
Scent Profile
Spicy
Smoky
Resinous
Woody
Incense
Notes
Top Notes
Madagascar Black Pepper
Nutmeg
Cardamom
Ginger
BergamotMiddle Notes
Somalian Frankincense
Mystikal
Virginia Cedar
Base Notes
BenzoinCistus
Myrrh
Labdanum
CedarAbout TRUDON
Founded in 1643 in Paris by Claude Trudon, Cire Trudon is the world's oldest active candlemaker, renowned for supplying pristine white beeswax candles to Louis XIV's royal court at Versailles and French churches, embodying a legacy of timeless craftsmanship. Expanding into fragrances since 2017 with its first perfume Bruma, Trudon crafts unisex eau de parfums in collaboration with world-class perfumers, featuring olfactory complexity that evokes unique horizons, cultures, and creative freedom while drawing on its heritage. Its signature style blends historical elegance with modern perfumery, offering scents that transcend gender and transport the senses.
Perfumer
Yann Vasnier
Yann Vasnier is a French master perfumer renowned for his artistic range and innovative style. Trained at ISIPCA in Versailles, he has created fragrances for luxury houses such as Tom Ford, Marc Jacobs, Comme des Garçons, Arquiste, and Jo Malone London, as well as niche brands like Parfums MDCI and Keiko Mecheri. Vasnier is celebrated for his ability to craft scents that balance elegance, modernity, and daring creativity, making him one of the most respected perfumers of his generation.
Reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers often highlight Mortel Noir's prominent black pepper and frankincense, noting its distinct character and intensity. Many suggest it's a fragrance that requires testing and appreciation, rather than a blind purchase, due to its unique and masterfully balanced composition.
Pros
Performance excellence: This fragrance is consistently praised for its rich, long-lasting trail, with many experiencing it as a 'long lasting' to 'eternal' scent.
Quality composition: The blend is frequently described as masterfully balanced, showcasing raw energy and powerful natural accords. It offers a bone-dry, monastic take on incense that feels both wearable and supremely natural.
Cons
Specific limitation: Due to its strong character and unique profile, it's often advised that Mortel Noir is not a safe blind buy and should be tested on skin before committing.
Comparisons
Similar to Mortel: Many reviewers note its strong resemblance to the original Mortel Eau de Parfum, from which it draws inspiration.
Reminds reviewers of other incense-heavy fragrances: It draws comparisons to scents like Armani Privé - Bois d'Encens, Copal Azur, HEELEY's Cardinal, and Matiere Premiere's Encens Suave.
Vibe & Emotions
Sensual and Erotic: The fragrance is frequently associated with sensuality, an erotic spell, and a dark, virile intensity, celebrating the warmth of skin.
Wild and Magnetic: It evokes an almost animalic sensuality, described as wild, magnetic, and utterly hypnotic, playing with shadow and light.
Calming and Meditative: Despite its intensity, some find it calming and meditative, capable of elevating the spirit without being overwhelming.
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