FULL DESCRIPTION
Hand-picked from my own collection, this is a rich, mysterious, office-to-cocktail fragrance I often reach for when I want depth with elegance. Decanted from my authentic bottle so you can live with it before committing to full size.
Why it’s in my Cabinet
Founder’s note:
I keep this because its ink-like heart over patchouli feels like signing an important document—confident and intimate. It shines during crisp evenings or meetings that end late, and always earns someone asking, “What are you wearing?”
The Scent, at a Glance
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Fragrance family: Woody / Aromatic (Patchouli & Ink)
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Style & mood: Dark • Elegant • Smoky-vanilla warmth
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For whom: Unisex
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Best season: Autumn–Winter
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Best occasion: Evening • Professional settings • Social dinner & art openings
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Perfumer & Year: Fabrice Pellegrin, 2024
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Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Olfactory Notes
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Top: Bergamot
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Heart: Ink
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Base: Patchouli, Vanilla
Journey sentence: It opens with a bright whisper of bergamot, plunges you into almost tactile, smoky ink tones, then settles into deep, creamy patchouli warmed by vanilla.
How It Wears (real-life)
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Projection / sillage: Moderate — definitely noticeable in close encounters or smaller spaces; an intimate, refined presence rather than a loud aura.
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Longevity: 6-8 hours on skin; longer on clothing or scarves.
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Temperature & setting tips: Best in cooler air; in warmer weather the vanilla-softens the darker notes. One spray for office; two or more for evening.
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Layering idea: Try layering lightly with leather or a clean amber base to heighten the “inked” leather effect, or pair with a soft musky lotion to mellow the bold edges.
Decant Options
2 ml Glass spray ~20 sprays €7
5 ml Glass spray ~50 sprays €15
10 ml Glass spray ~100 sprays €25
What you receive: A hand-filled decant from my genuine Patchouli Ink bottle, labelled with fragrance name, size, and batch. No retail box included.
Good to Know
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Authenticity: Decanted from a 100% authentic Montblanc bottle.
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Hygiene: Sterile tools, fresh atomizer, gloves used for every fill.
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Dispatch: Packed in Ireland; next-day dispatch on working days; tracked shipping available.
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Limited: Small, rotating quantities—this selection changes as my collection evolves.
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Try-before-you-invest: An ideal way to wear it for some days and decide with confidence.
Reviews
Montblanc Patchouli Ink is modern patchouli with old-school soul. A quick flash of bergamot meets a clever “ink on paper” vibe, then it settles into smooth, cocoa-woody patchouli cushioned by vanilla. Refined, not smoky. Projection is moderate; I get 6–8 hours. Easy choice for smart-casual, office to evening—confident without shouting. If you want a grown-up patchouli that feels clean and polished but still has character, this is it. Notes: Bergamot • Ink accord • Patchouli • Vanilla.