An olfactory expression of the value of time. Crafted through a revolutionary process: a double-infusion with sandalwood and artisanal oakwood barrels.
Each fragrance is highly concentrated, containing 30% pure perfume oils, and underwent a meticulous six-month aging process, including a double infusion with sandalwood chips and oakwood barrels, resulting in a deep, layered scent experience. Housed in an original, refillable bottle – the first new design introduced by Amouage in 15 years – the Essences represent a pinnacle of olfactory artisanship.
Reasons by Bertrand Duchaufour
Cause and effect. Echoes of thought. A sequence of events.
When it first emerges, Reasons is somewhat unassuming: its hazelnut opening presents a warmth that is comforting but also perhaps surprisingly unostentatious. But within moments, the scent grows, taking on an increasingly grander form. The part-herbaceous, part-fruity personality of davana creates layer upon layer of depth and complexity. Finally, the smoky woodiness of palo santo introduces a grounding, resonant earthiness – rooting the whole in a sense of timeless, harmonious stability.
With tremendous complexity and gravitas, Reasons conveys the idea that although the past may be gone, its effects live on forever, supporting the present, while giving it meaning, depth and value.
The Trilogy of Skin Waters pays homage to the noblest animal notes. After the power of Peau de Bête and the gentleness of Belle Bête,
this latest opus invites us to follow a man through his quest for nature.
A man who has become wild through his withdrawal from the urban world, his journey to the center of the scents of nature, his immersion in the forest make him a green adventurer, a Human Beast in love with chestnut trees.
Top notes: Chestnut, Cumin essence, Violet leaf absolute, Mastic tree absolute Heart notes: Labdanum absolute, Cedar virginia essence, Karmawood, Sandalwood Base notes: Vetiver Haiti, Pine tar, Papyrus wood, Gaiac
A great performing candle. The perfume lifts out and sings in perfect harmony. It sparkles and twitters quite charmingly, enveloping the room lavishly with sybaritic pleasure.
Woody / Smokey Tea-Lapsang souchong tea and pine needles
For M V2Q Antoine Lie in Paris used some exclusive ingredients: among others a special quality of lavender, pink peppercorn, cinnamon and pine tar to create a memorable, original perfume.
M V2Q is utterly smooth and refined. Welcome to a world of soft leather charm. This perfume is comfortable, powerful and bright at the same time. And true to the carefully curated collection of Puredistance, M V2Q is an extrait with excellent projection and longevity.
This sensuous and rich oriental rose opens with a fruity and fragrant bolt of cardamom, bergamot, orange, pine and ginger and melts into a sensual floral heart of rose, jasmine and cognac.
The guaic and tonka make the base slightly sweet and resinous blended with fragrant woods and light incense. This is a charming and versatile oriental rose.
INSPIRATION
Summanus was the Roman god of Nocturnal Thunder, the Monarch of Night. This scent celebrates Jupiter’s oft forgotten dark twin with its electric lightening bolt of cardamon and black pepper and its moody base.
Evoking the sombre sound of eternity this spicy oriental fragrance is a dedication to the rose infused with angelica. Created for the confident gentleman who dares to desire.
Top Notes: Bergamot, Lime.
Heart Notes: Rose, Angelica, Orange Blossom, Green Galbanum, Spicy Ginger, Nutmeg, Saffron.
Base Notes: Pine, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Musk, Frankincense.
He was born in Nantes, at the beginning of that century of discoveries. The close ocean took him far away, inspiring in him extraordinary novels of adventure. Inspired by the father of literary science fiction, this eau de parfum, breathes its aromatic Hesperides-like scents, just as a marine breeze over a wild heath.
This fragrance is perfect for the modern day globetrotter and adventurous dreamer, bringing to mind a treasure chest crafted from precious wood and filled with spices from faraway lands, stowed on a boat sailing uncharted seas.
