
Malbec Noir
woody up front, then aromatic, settling into wine.
About
Malbec Noir by O Boticário is a Woody Spicy fragrance for men. Malbec Noir was launched in 2015. Malbec Noir was created by Napoleão Bastos, Dominique Ropion and Claire Liégent. Top notes are Water Notes, Pink Pepper, Apple, Pineapple, Bergamot, Orange, Sicilian Lemon, Mandarin Orange and Grapefruit; middle notes are…
Noses: Dominique Ropion · Napoleão Bastos · Claire Liégent
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Water Notes, Pink Pepper, Apple, Pineapple, Bergamot, Orange, Sicilian Lemon, Mandarin Orange, Grapefruit
Drydown· 6h+
Tonka Bean, Amber, Sandalwood, Gin, Cashmeran, Vetiver, Patchouli, Musk, Labdanum
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best winter perfumes — Wearers tag this for cold-season rotation.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Malbec Noir smell like?
woody up front, then aromatic, settling into wine. Dominant accords: woody, aromatic, wine.
What notes are in Malbec Noir?
Top: Water Notes, Pink Pepper, Apple, Pineapple, Bergamot, Orange, Sicilian Lemon, Mandarin Orange, Grapefruit. Heart: Pinot Noir grapes, Red Wine, Lavender, Pepper, Coriander, Neroli. Base: Tonka Bean, Amber, Sandalwood, Gin, Cashmeran, Vetiver, Patchouli, Musk, Labdanum.
How long does Malbec Noir last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Malbec Noir loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Malbec Noir best for?
Winter is the top pick (38%). Fall is second at 34%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Malbec Noir?
Night wear leads at 76%. Day is a secondary pick at 24%.
Is Malbec Noir for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 78% read it as male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Malbec Noir?
Composed by Dominique Ropion and Napoleão Bastos and Claire Liégent. Released in 2015.
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