Absinthe Énigme

This fragrance starts off with a boozy, aromatic herbal accord. The initial burst is strong but it gets softer as it goes to the next phase, which is more soothing. At this stage, you can smell lavender, iris, and patchouli. Leather is also there, it’s smooth and reminiscent of Amouage’s Memoir Man. The mango adds an offbeat tropical twist which actually works while the sandalwood gives the concoction a lasting creaminess. What makes this particular fragrance absolutely interesting is the perfumer’s ability to juxtapose contrasting notes and create a perfume that is truly enticing. Performance is good, projecting decently on the first 3-4 hours then stays close to skin creating an alluring scent cloud.