WS-M-2017

Black Gold

2017Men

lavender up front, then fresh spicy, settling into woody.

Black Gold by Mancera is a Leather fragrance for men. Black Gold was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Pierre Montale. Top notes are Lavender, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Citruses and Agarwood (Oud); middle notes are Violet, Jasmine, Patchouli Leaf, Rose and Sea Notes; base notes are Leather, Woody…

lavender fresh spicy woody aromatic

Nose: Pierre Montale

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Lavender, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Citruses, Agarwood (Oud)
Heart· 2–4h
Violet, Jasmine, Patchouli Leaf, Rose, Sea Notes
Drydown· 6h+
Leather, Woody Notes, White Musk, Amber, Vetiver

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

92%

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79%

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70%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Fall31%Spring28%Winter27%Summer14%Day50%Night50%Wears lean male40%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Mancera picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Black Gold smell like?

lavender up front, then fresh spicy, settling into woody. Dominant accords: lavender, fresh spicy, woody.

What notes are in Black Gold?

Top: Lavender, Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Citruses, Agarwood (Oud). Heart: Violet, Jasmine, Patchouli Leaf, Rose, Sea Notes. Base: Leather, Woody Notes, White Musk, Amber, Vetiver.

How long does Black Gold last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Black Gold loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Black Gold best for?

Fall is the top pick (31%). Spring is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Black Gold?

Day wear leads at 50%. Night is a secondary pick at 50%.

Is Black Gold for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 40% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Black Gold?

Composed by Pierre Montale. Released in 2017.