Ancient Wood
Perfumer: Mathew Sabatino
11 ratings
From your scent profile
Barnaby Black Ancient Wood is a fresh, green woody scent that sets the resinous coolness of juniper and cypress against the dry depth of leather and cedar, worn by anyone.
Skunky's take: A fresh breeze, my nose just got some air.
How does it perform?
Blind buy risk
100% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.
Notes
They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.
Top notesfirst 15 minutes
Accords
From most dominant to most subtle.
- Fresh
- Citrus
- Green
- Spicy
- Woody
- Resinous
- Leathery
What does Ancient Wood smell like?
The scent reads as one piece, led by juniper. Utah juniper, alligator juniper and Californian juniper leaf give it a green, lightly spicy forest air, while Nootka cypress and cedar hold that air in a woody frame. Bristlecone pine resin adds a resinous warmth and leather brings a dry, leathery edge. Tonic water lends a citrusy, crisp sparkle that softens the heavier woods. It suits those who like green, woody, resinous fragrances. Bottega Veneta pour Homme (Eau de Toilette) and Première Note Cedar Atlas have a close profile.
When to wear it?
Seasons and occasions, by user votes.
- Casual30%
- Sport20%
- Office20%
- Evening20%
- Daytime10%
Least picked for daytime.
Smells like this
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