Oudh Madera

smells like oud wood, especially at the beginning and yet he goes his own way. I find oud wood smooter and very well balanced and definitely more woody and just a bit more class... oudh Madera is a bit more aggressive in a good way and the oud and the pepper are just a bit more present at the beginning (let's say sharper and i absolutly like it a lot and bsolutely not annoying!) but quite soon the sharper edge disappears and settles nicely. I absolutely like this one and think the combination of musk, vanilla and tonka makes it slightly warmer compared to old wood. There is no vetiver in this one and oud wood does vetiver and I think that is why old wood certainly makes it more woody. It's a pleasant scent and I got compliments when I wore it at work last week. On my skin and in terms of personal experience and opinion, I would say oudh Madera for casual wear/occasions and oud wood for (business) suit and formal occasions. Anyway i do like them both a lot and they are both beautiful scents....it also reminds me of another fragrance but can't remmember it now. Lovely déjà vu