Born in 1966, Dior Eau Sauvage by master perfumer Edmond Roudnitska revolutionized men’s perfumery as the first to spotlight hedione, a luminous jasmine note, woven into bright citrus and refined woods. Its name, reportedly inspired when Christian Dior greeted friend Percy Savage as “Monsieur Sauvage,” helped define a legend of timeless masculinity that Alain Delon immortalized in iconic campaigns. Extending that heritage, Eau Sauvage Parfum offers a deeper, more sensual take on the signature, fusing sunlit citrus with a warm spicy woody backbone for a refined yet magnetic trail. Described by Dior as deep and full, vibrant and fresh, it amplifies the solar character of the original while adding intensity and modern elegance.
Launch & Perfumer
Originally launched in 2012 and signed by François Demachy; reworked in 2017 under the same perfumer to sit closer to the original Eau Sauvage signature while amplifying warmth and intensity.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Calabrian bergamot
Heart: Vetiver
Base: Elemi resin
Story & Positioning
Eau Sauvage Parfum keeps the line’s luminous freshness but grounds it with elegant depth. Sparkling citrus lifts a woody vetiver heart as elemi brings a peppery, resinous glow, creating a polished, long-lasting men’s perfume that moves effortlessly from day to evening.
Bottle & Design
Presented in the classic Eau Sauvage silhouette, a timeless, masculine flacon that underscores the fragrance’s balance of clarity and character.
Country of Origin: France
Manufacturer: Parfums Christian Dior (S.A.)
Address: 33 Avenue Hoche, 75008 Paris, France
Country of Manufacture: France. Dior states that all Christian Dior perfumes are produced at its Saint-Jean-de-Braye factory.
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