Santal Noble (1988)
by Maître Parfumeur et Gantier

There's a lot going on in Santal Noble. It is a very rich oriental/woody fragrance which could be quite difficult to wear. I actually find this scent more suitable for aromatic candles, burning sticks and other types of room fragrances. It is strong, even harsh and may not be enjoyed by everyone. I appreciate its complexity and the multi-faced, multi-layered structure: it is at once woody, a bit smoky and with a hint of spices now and then.
Santal Noble is an opulent, formal, serious, cerebral fragrance. No play, no games, no jokes, everything is as sober as possible. I appreciate these characteristics in a fragrance, but I think Santal Noble is just too much for me. I couldn't wear it, at least not now or in the near future.

Great sandalwood with a hint of incense. I was on the fence during the top notes, but within 5 minutes I am convinced this is a terrific frag.

I LOVE coffee and the smell of it, but I don't get it here like others do and I'm not mad. I thoroughly enjoyed the vanilla woods with a touch of vetiver. A very straightforward and dry scent on me. Much to my liking and sandalwood done right on my skin.

santal noble is a formal ,woody winter fragrance.u cant use an everyday unless if you are living in a very cold place

I've been hesitant to write this. While everyone else says "Horray!" I'm on the sidelines thinking, "Ew, yuck." It smells dirty and icky, not sweet. Definitely NOT for me at all. I like Jules and Kouros and those are "dirty" scents in different regards. The addition of almost pure sandalwood really makes this for a head-dizzying scent on me.

doesnt anyone see the similarity in the Herbal Approach between this and Amber Sultan? :)

Santal Noble: What a scent. as true masterpiece. one of the most intriguing scents in my wardrobe with the capacity to draw you to it every time you open the wardrobe. it's very spicy/herbal in it opening gradually moving in to a very disctinct spicy concoction which is almost powdery, but transparent in nature...almost like a balm....people expecting Tam Dao kind of sandalwood would be suprised coz both are polar opposites in approach...think of this as a brother of Amber sultan(herbal approach) done in a very sandalwood barks (upclose) kinda way..it's kinda intense but yet manages to be beautiful. amazing accords all the way till end...one of the best scents ever...and longevity you ask? it stays forever :) get the vintage formulation while you can...this ones not to be missed.

Smooth, sweet Sandalwood, moss, amber. I don't get any coffee, or any bad notes here; but maybe it's just my body chemistry.

A bit on the dry side, but that's perfect in my estimation. Good longevity. I can't imagine anyone who likes Sandalwood not liking this one. This is formal, but not only for black-tie events. I can think of many occasions when it would be appropriate.

I fell in love on the first wearing.

9.5/10