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Patchouli Ardent by Guerlain — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Patchouli Ardent by Guerlain

Guerlain· 2020

Patchouli Ardent

7.7142Typically ~$130

Mostly black pepper and green fig, warmed by leather.

WoodySpicyEarthyLeatheryOriental

Perfumer: Thierry Wasser

Scent profile

Top notes

Black pepper Green fig Pink pepper

Heart notes

Patchouli Turkish rose absolute Cedar

Base notes

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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