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2007

Cedar from Africa

Alviero Martini

By Sultan Pasha Perfume maker

A deep, animalic fragrance with warm spices and rich woods.

Cedar from Africa is a multifaceted scent that intertwines rich oud and resins with floral and leathery nuances. It embodies an exotic, earthy complexity that invites exploration.

AnimalSpicyResinousSmokyOriental

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Notes Pyramid

Top notes

Opening

Elemi resinOmani frankincenseChemicalTaif rose ottoCivetSaffronIndian oudPersian rose otto

Heart notes

Character

Bulgarian rose absoluteGeranium absoluteLeatherCivetIndian oudNarcissusHay absoluteIndian patchouli

Base notes

Foundation

Elemi resinBlack ambergrisHyraceumBenzoin SiamSwedish castoreumLeatherCivetFrankincenseWhite ambergrisChrysanthemum absoluteHay absoluteMimosa absolute

Quick Facts

Brand
Alviero Martini
Year
2007
Main accords
Animal, Spicy, Resinous, Smoky
Perfumers
Sultan Pasha Perfume maker

Accord Profile

Animal
Spicy
Resinous
Smoky
Oriental

Editorial Portrait

This fragrance opens with a striking blend of resins and oud. The initial notes of elemi and frankincense carry a palpable warmth, infusing the air with a tactile richness that feels both grounding and intriguing. As it unfolds, the luxurious heart reveals deeper layers of Bulgarian rose and leather, eluding to a complexity that is both animalic and floral. The presence of saffron hints at an exotic spice, enveloping the skin with a soft, lingering warmth as it begins to settle.

In its dry down, Cedar from Africa offers a dense, smoky embrace with hints of hay and patchouli, creating a texture that is both velvety and a little coarse. The interplay between civet and resins provides a timeless quality that feels rooted in both nature and craftsmanship. Each moment becomes an invitation to explore the contrast within its richness—a subtly changing landscape as it moves through the hours, undeniably captivating without being overtly flashy.


How It Feels

Overall mood

earthy, exotic, warm

Texture

rich, leathery, smoky

Temperature

warm

Presence

moderate

Impression

intriguingly layered

Best setting

evening gatherings, intimate experiences


Is It for You?

You may love this if…

  • ✓those who appreciate bold, rich fragrances
  • ✓individuals drawn to complexities of oud and resins
  • ✓women who enjoy a touch of animalic warmth

This may not be for you if…

  • ×wearers seeking light or airy scents
  • ×those who prefer straightforward fragrances
  • ×individuals sensitive to heavy or intense notes

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