Valentino Noir Absolu Oud Essence

Sandalwood and cedarwood form the woody frame, while saffron and myrtle add spice and a faint green edge. Resinous and oriental accents keep the sweetness warm, and the leathery and animal tones deepen it rather than soften it.

Longevity and sillage are both rated strong. Most voters pick fall and winter, and nights out and evenings lead the occasions. Most voters read it as masculine, though it works as a unisex scent and a fair share find it feminine.