Golden Sand

This comes off as more of a sharp rose than jammy or sweet. No Oud in sight but the citrus, spices and musk make the rose almost metallic. I can see this being worn year round as it is warm but bright at the same time. It reminds me of Tauerville rose flash in a way and I really enjoy it.

Just got this, the name is fitting. Smells really good and the performance is beastly. I get rose, spices and sandalwood. I was honestly amazed that this performs this well. 8.5/10.

one of my favorite fragrances, too bad it's no longer for sale. I have one bottle and I treasure it. Very warm, sweet aroma reminiscent of the sand of eastern dunes.

Gross apple-rubbing alcohol, not a fan, not Montale's finest hour.

I don't like it AT ALL. It's not just bad, it's awful. I can't smell any of the notes described here, it's just a mess for my nose. Very offensive scent in my opinion, I can't imagine how anyone could wear it, without annoying others.

Sexy, spicy rose.....mmmmmmmm. Another HIT for me Montale!

not bad...just disgusting. Montale at its worst.

Hmm. When I opened my sample, the monstrous hit of rubbing alcohol unmitigated by agrumes, flowers, or fruit was disconcerting. I cringed and closed it without putting it on my skin or a paper. I will give it a proper try later and give it a fair review, but wow. Never been knocked out by an expensive juice like that before.

I've tried a sample of this Montale, which according to me resembles very much genuine Bulgarian rose oil. I did not get any bergamot or mint notes. Not a bad, but too monotonous for my taste aroma.

First impression: Sour rose, and a bit of violet. Not much to talk about, doesn't last very long on me, maybe 3 hrs. Then it settles into a musky skin scent.

Spices & musk. Decent smell. Strong performance, like the rest of Montale's.