Patchouli Imperial

Dior Patchouli Imperial is a luxurious, multi-layered patchouli composition from the prestigious La Collection Privee. Released in 2018 as a unisex fragrance, this is a different formulation from the earlier Couturier Parfumeur version, presenting patchouli in an even richer, more gourmand context.

The opening is bright and inviting. Bergamot and mandarin orange provide sparkling citrus that creates an accessible entry point before the deeper elements emerge.

The heart adds warmth and spice. Cinnamon provides its distinctive sweet warmth, while coriander adds a lemony, slightly spicy quality.

Rose contributes floral elegance that adds a romantic dimension to the composition. The base is extraordinarily rich.

Patchouli takes center stage with its dark, earthy, slightly sweet character. Amber adds golden warmth, while smoke provides a distinctive burnt quality.

Benzoin and vanilla contribute sweet, balsamic warmth, tonka bean adds almond-like sweetness, cedar provides dry structure, and sandalwood adds creamy depth. With dominant woody, amber, warm spicy, and gourmand accords plus prominent patchouli character, this is a fragrance built for maximum warmth and richness.

The moderate vanilla, aromatic, balsamic, powdery, smoky, and earthy elements create an impressively complex composition. It is a cold weather masterpiece that wraps you in layers of warm, spiced, slightly smoky patchouli.

For patchouli lovers, this is one of the finest expressions of the note available.