The densest oud in the catalogue so far (94), held by an earthy accord at 72: not a rose-oud but a resin-and-root oud. One spray is enough, longevity 9. Gurjun balsam and cypriol at the heart push toward humus rather than sweetness — if oud usually reads too candied to you, this one goes the other way. Autumn and winter, evenings and dressed occasions. Masculine at 75/100.
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Gao
Extrait · 2012
Not rated yet — be the firstGao is built on Spanish and Iranian saffron over Laotian oud. Gurjun balsam, juniper berries and cypriol fill out the heart and give it an earthy, smoky edge. Amber and Indonesian patchouli carry the base without sweetening it. The Oud Stars collection takes its names from cities described by Ibn Battuta, Gao among them.
Main accords
Oud
Woody
Earthy
Resinous
Amber
Warm Spicy
Notes
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Top
Heart
Base
Performance
Longevity
9/10
Sillage
8/10
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Best for
Season
AutumnWinter
Occasion
EveningFormal
Gender
Man-leaning unisex
Woman
Man
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