2015 Le Phénix

Outstanding, amazing, God mode woody fragrance. This really smells like an ancient, ageless creature that is capable of resurrection. You get some spices, then top notch, dry patchouli and one of the best wood essence. With a slightly hint of smoke, but this smoke is from dark, burning woods, not from rubbish, plastic ash. No Middle-Eastern sweetness, just the smell of the north. Imagine that: its cold outside, you are sipping some ginger tea, woods are burning in the fireplace, everything is crimson from the glow of fire. Good signature for Gryffindor house. I need a bottle.

2015 Le Phenix is a masterful blend of cedar, cardamom, ginger, and patchouli, with the barest touch of smoky incense. It is a masculine fragrance and is very versatile, being appropriate for any season, any time of day, and any setting. I love this fragrance, but I wish the sillage and longevity were stronger. 7/10.

This is how I imagine god to smell. It's a very serious and deep smell, in the most comforting way. A beautiful unisex scent that never get's too obtrusive despite being quite heavy. Wow. Wouldn't necessarily wear it in summer though.

There is something about this that gives me the feeling/memory of Paris. No particular gender, time or setting. It’s nostalgic and personal. Although not a powerhouse, I wear it only for myself. If others get it, good for them

I wore this past couple of days and am surprised there is no vetiver listed. It just smells like many other niche smokey vetiver masculines, albeit a nice one with depth and moderate performance. The quality is there but it’s another miss for me because, like 1978, it is a concept and style you can find many other places for the same or less. Love the Les Bains Guerbois bottles though. Reminds me of Rochas Moustache and Le Galion.