Perfumer Extraordinaire Mentor Extrait de Parfum

What it is: A new fragrance from the brand's Perfumer Extraordinaire collection that celebrates artistry in the pursuit of a masterpiece. An open invitation to explore the world of scent, its beauty and complexity, and to witness the transformation from raw ingredients to the final composition.

Fragrance story: Perfumer Carlos Viñals was inspired by the scents of his childhood and the stories they told. He is known for his playful yet meticulous approach to fragrance creation, inviting you to rediscover your senses. Today, he channels his joy and vivacity into his creations, crafting fragrances that bring a smile to your face. Mentor is a fragrance that celebrates contrasts. It is a blend that is both indulgent and complex, offering a unique take on the classic gourmand profile. At its core is boya oud, a smoky and sophisticated ingredient that provides an earthy base. This is complemented by the warm, honeyed tones of amber and tonka bean, creating a rich and grounded base that sets the stage for the fragrance’s development. Notes of dark plum bring a multifaceted sweetness and depth to the scent, revealing bursts of juicy sugars. The delicate balance of sweet and earthy notes serves to open and brighten the fragrance's base, creating a fragrance that is both engaging and evocative.

Included with the fragrance are vials of amber and boya oud. Amber, also known as ambergris, is another essential ingredient in Mentor. Prized for its warm, rich and complex aroma, amber is considered a premium ingredient that blends beautifully with a wide range of other ingredients, allowing for the creation of endlessly intricate and captivating scent compositions. Often described as musky, earthy, and sweet, Amber brings a unique richness and depth to a fragrance. Its characteristic warmth and complexity amplify the gourmand facets of a scent, enhancing its overall profile. Boya oud, a key ingredient in Mentor, is derived from the resin of the styrax tonkinensis tree, also known as the agarwood tree. This resin is extracted from the bark of the tree and processed to create the fragrant oil. Highly valued for its distinctive, rich scent profile, boya oud is known for its unique woody notes. It emanates a distinctively smoky, resinous warmth that adds a layer of luxury to any fragrance. More than just a base note, boya oud enhances and prolongs the scent of other ingredients in a fragrance composition. Its luxurious depth and complexity add a new dimension to the fragrance, making it a standout element in Mentor.

Style: Amber, gourmand.

Notes:

- Top: salted caramel, Italian lemon, dark plum

- Middle: amber coffee, crème de cassis

- Base: boya oud, sandalwood, tonka bean