Infinity

Ladies and gentlemen, this is the East: warm, enveloping, mysterious, sensual, bright, radiating, at times hypnotic. Yes, but where exactly does this artistic creation take us? Perhaps in the alleys of one of those markets where spices, flowers, fruits and balms are sold. Perhaps in a festive square at dusk, where the day left behind has preserved the echoes of many places visited, of many meetings. Here then the ripe cherry and the sour plum are perfectly mixed with the cardamom, in an unusual and unprecedented combination. Then the flowers make their way, rose and tuberose in the first place, which under the scorching sun have impregnated with their effluvi the skin of the backpack that we carry on our shoulders. And the light wind then brings with it the sweet scent of oriental tobaccoes together with the scent of crystallized sugar of certain sweets sold by the kiosk a little further on. Then, when the journey seems to have ended, the cherry, now matures, regains the upper hand, but this time it brings with it and reveals a soul of oud dancing with sandalwood, transporting us to a place of protection, timeless and out of space. This Montale is complex, very rich, multifaceted and constantly evolving. Almost a new march that, I am sure, the maison has taken: here we are talking about true niche perfumery, of olfactory art taken to new levels of comparison. Infinity has to teach many, everyone: it confirms the undisputed genius of Pierre Montale, his undisputed and infinite love for the 'per fumum' as an all-encompassing experience of life. A big round of applause and a generous bow to a fragrance that will make the history of artistic perfumery and beyond. 5 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Infinity has a sweet fruity opening but then it settles into a smooth, dense, deep, warm spicy, oudy, tonka, tobacco, soft leather dry down. It’s transitioning basically from a feminine leaning perfume to a more masculine one! I do get a beautiful cherry/plum combo as soon as I spray it on skin and for a few minutes after. But that’s about it, don’t get Infinity if you want a dark cherry scent cause it ain’t one. It’s more of a blend of sweet tobacco/tonka bean/leather/amber /spices/musk. From the floral listed, I can smell the rose, but not the tuberose. Cardamom and pink pepper are fairly easy to detect in Infinity as well. Has a bunch of other notes listed but they are not very easily distinguishable in my experience! Overall, it’s a good perfume with a phenomenal longevity, lasts days sprayed on clothing, like most Montale’s are but it’s softer in sillage. It doesn’t announce your presence before being seen, like for instance Arabians Tonka does! I would say it’s fairly versatile perfume, can be used in various contexts and most seasons, with the exception of summer, hot and humid days! But I see it working well during spring because of its fruity, sweet, vanilla nature. Being a perfume release to celebrate 17 years of Montale in the industry, I personally expected something more memorable, to be wowed by both smell and performance. With the way Infinity presents itself cannot say I feel that my expectations were met! It’s a good scent but it’s not great or outstanding by any means... From what I’ve tested and own, Arabians Tonka is still the best oudy/woody/vanilla/gourmand of Montale!

Montale Infinity. A plush, shadowed fruity-oriental that opens with a burst of black cherry and plum, spiked by saffron, pink pepper, and cardamom. It’s juicy but never syrupy—the spice keeps it taut and the sweetness in check. As it settles, the character turns ‘Elegant but rebellious’. Leather and a soft touch of oud glide in, balanced by a hushed rose and creamy sandalwood, with vetiver giving a dry, grown-up backbone. It’s not a candy cherry; think darker, spiced fruit over a suede-oud core. If Lost Cherry is a cocktail, Infinity is the after-hours lounge where the lights are low and the band just switched to minor keys. The drydown brings a warm haze of tobacco leaf, tonka, vanilla sugar and amber over a musky skin scent. The tobacco/vanilla pairing adds body without turning cloying; the fruit slowly dims and the leather-oud stays tasteful rather than shouty. It reads unisex but with an edge. Performance: classic Montale—loud projection for the first few hours, then a steady glow for 10–12+ hours on skin. Two to three sprays are plenty; more and you’ll dominate the room. (If you’re indoors, go easy.) Packaging: the familiar aluminum Montale bottle—not haute-luxury, but practical and tough, designed to protect the juice from light. The fairly nice “bag”. Fair at this price point and very “grab-and-go” friendly. Bottom line: a dark cherry-leather-oud with charisma and serious wear time—sexy night scent for fall/winter, club nights, and dressed-in-black evenings.

From the moment I caught a whiff of its enchanting scent, it was love at first sniff, compelling me to purchase it without hesitation. I have never been so captivated by a perfume like this before. Infinity embodies everything I have been searching for in a cherry perfume. It exudes a sense of maturity and sophistication, while also possessing an air of mystery that leaves me wanting more. Its poetic essence is evident in the way its aroma unfolds, taking me on a sensory journey that ignites my imagination. The creative blend of notes in Infinity is truly remarkable. It combines the sweetness of ripe dark cherries with a delicate balance of other enticing notes, resulting in a fragrance that is both harmonious and unique. It’s spicy, creamy, and the interplay of floral and fruity undertones adds depth to the perfume, creating a multi-dimensional experience that keeps me coming back for more. Wearing Infinity is like wearing an invisible cloak of allure. It has a magnetic quality that draws people in, leaving a lasting impression wherever I go. Its lingering scent leaves a trail of intrigue and leaves others longing to uncover its secrets. In summary, Infinity is the cherry perfume I have been yearning for. Its mature, mysterious, poetic, and creative nature sets it apart from other fragrances, making it a truly unforgettable choice. From the moment I experienced its captivating scent, I knew I had found something extraordinary, and I couldn't resist making it mine.

I didn't buy this thinking it would become a signature scent for me. I bought it because I was looking for a plum and incense fragrance, but I started loving it when I noticed the cherry notes it has. I have to say that the comments on this fragrance are all over the place compared to what I experience with it. To me, this is a complex, somewhat powerful, occasionally overpowering scent that is slightly gourmand, but more of a mature, sophisticated "not everybody is going to love it" type of scent. Think of walking into an eccentric thrift shop filled with vintage items that remind you of a past you wish you'd lived... somewhat dry and dusty items, smells that almost remind of of something, but you can't quite place it, and hints of luxury from other times and places, incense, tobacco, cognac, liquor, spices. It is not a scent that works for every day, and I can't imagine wearing this in warm humid weather (although it probably would totally work in somewhere like Dubai), but it is the type of fragrance that would make me turn and follow someone to ask them what it is so that I could immediately go buy a bottle. To me, it is a dry, subtly powerful, sophisticated scent that is a like it or hate it scent. I have fallen in love with it.