Amouage | Opus XVI Timber | Eau de Parfum
Opus XVI begins with tremendous monumentality: a firm, sturdy, boldly vertical expression of woods. However, within moments, the scent begins to reveal a wealth of nuances. The bright, woody facets of Cypress, Cardamom and Lavandin add luminosity. Frankincense, Juniper and Fir Balsam introduce their own uniquely kinetic energy, giving this Eau de Parfum the poise of a formal event and the stature of a luxury gift. Finally, Palo Santo, Sandalwood, Cedar wood and Patchouli ground the whole with their uncompromising authoritativeness: symbols of a wisdom that remains firm and is not swayed by the tides of changing fashions.
Vast, monolithic and yet never anything less than approachable, Opus XVI Timber celebrates the most primal, most natural forms of past knowledge while keeping its optimistic sights set on the wisdom yet to be acquired in the future.
25% oil concentration, 5 weeks ageing: 3 weeks maceration, 2 weeks maturation
Top Notes: Cypress, Cardamon, Juniper, Pink Pepper, Cocoa
Heart Notes: Lavandin, Fir Balsam, Hojari Frankincense
Base Notes: Palo Santo, Vanilla Bourbon, Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Patchouli
Common Questions
What are the notes in Amouage Opus XVI Timber? Cypress, cardamom, juniper, pink pepper and cocoa at the top, lavandin, fir balsam and Hojari frankincense in the heart, and palo santo, bourbon vanilla, sandalwood, cedarwood and patchouli in the base. Composed by Alexis Grugeon.
Is it a woody fragrance? Yes. Cypress, fir and cedar give it a forest feel, and the frankincense and palo santo add a soft, resinous smoke.
Should I buy the 100mL blind? At full-bottle prices, try the perfume as a 1.5mL sample first.
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