Amund

I was incredibly lucky to try this perfume before its official launch... and this isn't just a 10/10... it's a 100/10. Anyone who likes sweet, almost gourmand tobacco perfumes will absolutely love this one. This perfume has an absolutely incredible evolution. Let's start with the opening. AMUND opens with exquisite almonds, like a liqueur. It's a very intense opening, with spicy touches. I usually find it difficult to detect the almond note. It's a scent I love, but to my nose it's usually very subtle... Not here! That almond note is present throughout almost the entire fragrance, although it evolves through different phases. Little by little, chocolate begins to enter the equation. Here we find the most gourmand aspect of the perfume, with chocolate-covered almonds noticeable for a while. These gradually become less boozy and more powdery, producing an aroma that at times reminds me of the scent of glazed almonds sold at fairs, but with that underlying chocolate note. As time passes, tobacco and vanilla take center stage. Alongside them, a spicy accord also comes into play, which reminds me a lot of a blend of cinnamon and honey. This final mix of sweet and spicy tobacco is what remains until the end of the fragrance. Gradually, the almonds and chocolate fade, and that very sexy, vanilla-infused, and spicy tobacco becomes the undisputed star. As for performance, I can only say that it's one of the longest-lasting perfumes I've ever tried. On my skin, it lasts for over 24 hours with strong projection for at least 5 or 6 hours. It's one of those perfumes you can apply morning and night, and after 8 hours of work and all your daily activities, you can still smell it perfectly. I've worn it three times, and all three times I've received compliments. It lasts for days on clothes, and you can still smell it in your hair even after showering. Although it's very different, I think the closest perfume I know is Tom Ford's Tobacco Vanille, as they both share that sensation of sweet tobacco mixed with vanilla and cinnamon. However, TV has a much more linear scent, while AMUND goes through many different phases with a great evolution. Tobacco Vanille is a perfume that almost gets on my nerves, but I never tire of AMUND. Besides, that almond liqueur opening and chocolatey heart are simply fabulous. As for longevity, it also far surpasses the famous Tom Ford perfume. Rosa Vaia creates true olfactory art with this perfume, which I'm sure will become a huge commercial success the moment it's released. Even though it's only February, I'd almost venture to say that, unless another masterpiece surprises us, AMUND will be my most important launch of 2026. If you're looking for an intense and long-lasting perfume, with great projection, sweet yet elegant for cold days or long nights, you absolutely must try AMUND.

I am, in pretty much all ways, a tobacco lover. From the morning espresso cigarette combo, to cigars, to the smell of cigarette smoke on clothes, all the way to any sorts of tobacco related fragrances. Personally, I find Amund to be the scent that somehow manages to bring together the best facets in all the legendary Tobacco fragrances that can come to mind. It has the sweetness of TF’s Tobacco Vanille, the green and airy facets of Roja’s Manhattan, a boozy touch similar to Roja’s Enigma PC and a bold aromatic backbone that remind me of Amouage’s Boundless or Journey Man. And with all that being said, it still manages to find the perfect balance & to stay its own thing. Which I find respectable. The scent opens with Tobacco. Left, right, up, down - TOBACCO. A mix of both smooth pipe Tobacco and also dry, hay-like. Cardamom joins the opening and adds the aromatic and crisp infusion which elevates the scent. Although Dark Chocolate & Almond are listed as notes, exactly because there’s DARK Chocolate, the aroma comes across as Cacao. Dusty, powdery and in recent times a personal obsession. A Cacao scent that doesn’t smell like cake. Who would have thought? There is sweetness, since there is Vanilla - but think Roja Manhattan type of Vanilla. It just ties the scent together, not trying to steal the spotlight. The base darkens the scent and gives it attitude - Aromatic woods and dry Tobacco.

This may be my favorite release yet from Zavyla! Amund immediately gave me subtle vibes of 1970 by Rosendo Mateu, largely due to the dusty, delicious cocoa powder and vanilla that shine in both. The almond note plays a key role here, adding a soft, powdery dustiness that enhances the cocoa and keeps the gourmand elements beautifully refined rather than sweet or heavy. Amund also introduces a light fruity facet that brings lift and versatility, making it an easy unisex all-season wear. A gorgeous tobacco note weaves through the composition, adding depth and a quietly mysterious sensuality. Subtle touches of cardamom and woods sit in the background, gently rounding the fragrance without ever pulling focus. Aromatic and tobacco notes can sometimes feel masculine to my nose, but that’s not the case here at all. They’re softened and well blended, adding balance without overpowering the composition. This is a thoughtfully composed, elegant fragrance that I believe would appeal even to those who typically shy away from vanilla-forward gourmands. Bravo, Zavyla on a beautifully executed release!

The first time I smelled Amund, I cried. I’m not even exaggerating. It’s the only fragrance that has ever made me feel so emotional that actual tears fell. To me, it smells like nostalgia. Like memories you didn’t even realize you were holding onto. It’s warm and spicy, but there’s also something slightly dusty about it. Not dirty. Not old. Just... dry. There’s this subtle sweetness running through it, mixed with something that reminds me of Coca-Cola, soft cigar smoke, and the air after a big family dinner. It takes me straight to New Year’s Eve when I was younger. The food has been eaten, the kids are tired, and only the adults are left downstairs in the basement living room. There’s laughter, warmth and safety. That cozy, loving feeling in the air when you know you belong. And that dusty, almost earthy concrete feeling? It’s addictive. I catch myself smelling my own arm over and over just for that quality alone. It’s so unique. I’ve never smelled anything like it..but with Zavyla, that doesn’t surprise me.

coup de cœur 🤍 j'ai jamais encore senti un parfum comme Amund .mon frère me le pick pas grave il est unisexe ou presque, sillage énorme tenue incroyable j'exagère pas vous allez le constater vous même. Un délice olfactives jadoore. attention il est ultra puisant deux ps hit suffit. j'aime beaucoup ❤️ on découvre une ouverture riche et gourmande avec de la cardamome épicée, de l’amande lactée et une feuille de tabac fraîche qui apportent une belle profondeur. Le cœur est chaleureux et sensuel, où la fève tonka se mêle à un chocolat fondant, une vanille crémeuse et encore de l’amande, créant une sensation sucrée mais raffinée. En fond, le parfum s’apaise avec du tabac doux, des notes aromatiques délicates et des bois chauds, laissant une empreinte élégante et persistante. Amund est un parfum qui allie gourmandise et sophistication, idéal pour ceux qui aiment les fragrances vanillées mais structurées, avec une touche orientale sophistiquée.

Amund Zavyla is pure comfort with an edge. From the first spray, you get this rich blend of chocolate, tobacco, and aromatics that feels dark, warm, and confidently composed. It leans masculine to my nose but not in a sharp or aggressive way. This is the kind of masculine you want to lean into. Smooth, grounding, almost addictive. The sweetness of almond melts into a dry, familiar tobacco note, creating a balance that feels both indulgent and reassuring. There’s also a subtle boozy nuance here. It’s not listed, but it’s unmistakable like the warmth of a quiet bourbon poured late in the evening. Refined, intimate, and unapologetically smooth. What really seals it is the performance. Amund wears effortlessly, almost like it’s sinking into your skin yet it refuses to disappear. Hours later, it’s still there, calm and present, proving that smooth doesn’t mean fleeting.

Amund is a rich, spicy gourmand with a beautiful depth — but let me tell you, that cardamom makes an entrance. It’s bold, aromatic, and quite intense in the opening. If you love cardamom, this is gonna be your thing !! As it settles, the fragrance becomes smoother and more indulgent. The almond turns creamy, the chocolate facet adds warmth, and the vanilla with tonka bean creates that addictive, slightly sweet cocoon effect. The tobacco in the base brings dryness and structure, keeping everything from becoming too dessert-like. It’s warm, textured, and layered — a spicy-woody gourmand with presence. Not shy. Not quiet. But undeniably beautiful once it finds its balance. I really like it, and it's beautiful in colder months like right now !! Amazing release <3

Chocolate, tobacco and aromatics. SO well done, leans masculine to my nose but the sort of masculine that you want to curl up on. Dark and spicy, dripping with sweet almond and a familiar tobacco dryness. A detectable booziness that I don’t see listed but I swear, this man has had a bourbon and I’m not mad about it. Amund is so smooth it almost falls off your skin- except of course that it doesn’t. It’s not going anywhere for hours- impressive performance.

Amund feels like effortless elegance in a bottle. The scent opens fresh and refined, then settles into a smooth, warm depth that lasts for hours. It’s the kind of fragrance that feels clean, confident, and quietly luxurious. Perfect for everyday wear but still special enough to get compliments and leave a memorable impression. I can’t get enough of the smell and so happy with this product. Can’t complement it enough.

I got to trial this. I got chocolate and almond. It’s also spicy and Smokey. Lovely spring, autumn and winter scent.