A crisp modern chypre with a fruity twist, Mercedes-Benz Select opens on a clean flash of bergamot brightened by juicy blackcurrant before gliding into a cool heart where mint lifts a subtle apple accord, then settles into a confident trail of ambroxan, soft musk, and earthy patchouli. The effect is elegant, versatile, and quietly charismatic, designed as an easy signature for day to night.
Launch and Perfumer
Launched in 2018. Perfumer: Olivier Cresp.
Olfactory Notes
Top: Bergamot, Black Currant
Heart: Apple, Mint
Base: Ambroxan, Musk, Patchouli
Story and Positioning
Conceived as a refined essential in the Mercedes-Benz men’s wardrobe, Select highlights blackcurrant within a woody chypre frame for a fresh yet suave profile that reads timeless rather than trendy. The brand frames it as a signature of masculine elegance, while Fragrantica’s editorial notes the near-starring role of blackcurrant set over a contemporary ambroxan base. If you enjoy bright fruity woods in the vein of Aventus and Montblanc Explorer, Select offers a similarly inviting vibe at an approachable price. The line later expanded with Select Night in 2019 and Select Day in 2020, positioning this original as the versatile core of the trio. In 2024, the Mercedes-Benz fragrance license moved from INCC Parfums to Give Back Beauty, which now oversees creation and distribution.
Bottle and Design
A tall, clear glass block with rounded edges rises to a glossy black cap that slopes at an angle. The Mercedes-Benz three-pointed star sits in polished relief on the cap, while a slim silver ring carries the name at the shoulder. The weighty base and beveled sides feel secure in hand and give strong shelf presence, echoing the sleek, engineered aesthetic of the brand.
Country of Origin: Germany
Manufacturer: Give Back Beauty S.r.l.
Address: Mercedes-Benz Group AG 70546 Stuttgart, Germany
Country of Manufacture: Italy/France (Refer to Batch for specifics)
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