Guerlain Patchouli Ardent Eau de Parfum is a luminous take on patchouli that plays between shadow and radiance, opening with a flicker of spice and ripe fig before revealing an elegant duet of patchouli and rose that flows into supple leather and musk. It feels modern and captivating with the plush depth you expect from a statement signature.
Launch & Perfumer
Launched in 2020. Perfumer: Thierry Wasser. Relaunched in 2024.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Fig, Pink pepper, Black pepper.
Heart: Patchouli, Turkish rose, Cedar.
Base: Leather, Musk.
Story & Positioning
Conceived as a patchouli between light and shadow, Patchouli Ardent reframes this traditionally dark material to reveal a brighter, more sensual profile elevated by rose and a suave leather musk accord. Originally part of Les Absolus d’Orient, it was reintroduced in 2024 within Absolus Allegoria, Guerlain’s nightfall-themed collection that celebrates nature’s power through striking contrasts. If you enjoy polished woody florals with a subtle leather undertone, this sits confidently beside Santal Royal and Oud Essentiel in the same line and is often compared for vibe to modern tea-tinted woods like The Noir 29 without being a replica.
Bottle & Design
Presented in the Allegoria collection’s emblematic bottle made in France, crafted with fifteen percent recycled glass. The design has a removable spray pump and a clear lacquer finish to support recycling while retaining a luxurious presence in hand.
Country of Origin: France.
Manufacturer: Guerlain
Address: 68, avenue des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris - France
Country of Manufacture: France
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