Oud Noir Vertus: Mystique of the Desert Night The creation of Oud Noir by Vertus was inspired by the allure and mystery of a desert night. The fragrance aims to capture the essence of a warm, sensual night in the desert, glowing like a fire under the starlit sky. This vision is brought to life through a rich composition that blends the deep, smoky aroma of oud with warm spices and a touch of floral elegance. The perfume's complex structure reflects the multifaceted nature of the desert landscape—its vastness, its beauty, and its hidden depths. By harnessing the timeless ingredient of oud, Vertus offers a modern interpretation that resonates with both tradition and contemporary sophistication. Olfactory Notes The fragrance opens with a vibrant burst of lemon, apple, grape, saffron, plum, and rhubarb. This combination introduces a fresh, fruity, and slightly spicy character, reminiscent of a lively morning in an orchard. As the initial notes fade, the heart reveals a floral and woody blend of rose, geranium, cyclamen, cedar, carnation, amber, and orris. This stage adds depth and complexity, akin to the warmth of a sun-drenched afternoon in a blooming garden. Finally, the base notes of oud, vetiver, sandalwood, vanilla, castoreum, patchouli, guaiac wood, and musk emerge. These elements provide a deep, earthy, and sensual foundation, evoking the tranquility of a starlit desert night. Each phase of Oud Noir Vertus offers a unique olfactory experience, creating a fragrance that is both dynamic and harmonious. Olfactory notes: Woody, Fruity, Aromatic Fragrance Family: Woody Oriental Top Notes Lemon, Apple, Grape, Saffron, Plum, Rhubarb Heart Notes Cyclamen, Magnolia, Rose, Geranium, Carnation, Orris, Cedarwood, Amber Base Notes Oud, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Castoreum, Patchouli, Guaiac Wood, Musk Concentration Eau de Parfum Made In France Perfumer NA Year of Launch 2015 If you're wondering about how long "Oud Noir Vertus" will last, Fragrantica says you can expect it to linger for about 8 hours. Ingredients: Alcohol, Parfum (Fragrance), Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Benzoate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Citral, Citronellol, D-Limonene, Eugenol, Geraniol, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Isoeugenol