Leather
Woody
Top Notesalmondcloves
Heartpatchouli
Base Notesambergaiac / guaiac woodsandalwood
Style
for her
unisex
A rich and dark patchouli perfume.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
This is patchouli for an unhurried evening, with a worn leather jacket over soft knitwear. Its dark, earthy character gives the wearer a grounded presence, while the floral softness and warm woods keep the mood intimate rather than austere.
How to wear
The rich patchouli and warm woody base are well suited to cool weather. Start with one or two sprays on skin, allowing the floral accents and sweeter base to unfold. In warmer conditions or close quarters, use a lighter application to keep the dark character measured.
Who it’s for
For those drawn to earthy patchouli, dark woods and leathery textures, but who appreciate floral softness and a rounded, gently sweet base. It suits a taste for substantial, material-focused perfumes rather than bright freshness.
Release year
2012
The nose
Attributed to Gian Luca Perris, the house’s creative director and a champion of ingredient-led perfumery. His approach connects traditional perfume materials with contemporary extraction techniques. Sole authorship of Essence de Patchouli is not established.
Perris Monte Carlo’s story
Perris Monte Carlo places raw materials and craftsmanship ahead of appearances. Its approach combines traditional perfumery knowledge with innovation in extraction, presenting distinctive ingredients in compositions that encourage a deeper appreciation of scent.
Essense de Patchouli’s concept
One of the house’s original five fragrances, Essence de Patchouli belongs to the Gold Collection’s contemporary exploration of traditional precious materials. Its nostalgic imagery evokes long-haired travelers returning from Benares with dark patchouli oil—a storytelling link to 1960s counterculture. The composition softens patchouli with rose and geranium, then surrounds it with warm woods, amber and vanilla.
Extra info
The official name is Essence de Patchouli. Its Gold Collection packaging carries an arabesque motif made from four joined P letters, designed by Gian Luca Perris’s father, Michele, to symbolize his four children. It is distinct from the house’s separate Patchouli Nosy Be fragrance.
Top Notesalmondcloves
Heartpatchouli
Base Notesambergaiac / guaiac woodsandalwood
Style
for her
unisex
A rich and dark patchouli perfume.
All about this fragrance
Vibe check
This is patchouli for an unhurried evening, with a worn leather jacket over soft knitwear. Its dark, earthy character gives the wearer a grounded presence, while the floral softness and warm woods keep the mood intimate rather than austere.
How to wear
The rich patchouli and warm woody base are well suited to cool weather. Start with one or two sprays on skin, allowing the floral accents and sweeter base to unfold. In warmer conditions or close quarters, use a lighter application to keep the dark character measured.
Who it’s for
For those drawn to earthy patchouli, dark woods and leathery textures, but who appreciate floral softness and a rounded, gently sweet base. It suits a taste for substantial, material-focused perfumes rather than bright freshness.
Release year
2012
The nose
Attributed to Gian Luca Perris, the house’s creative director and a champion of ingredient-led perfumery. His approach connects traditional perfume materials with contemporary extraction techniques. Sole authorship of Essence de Patchouli is not established.
Perris Monte Carlo’s story
Perris Monte Carlo places raw materials and craftsmanship ahead of appearances. Its approach combines traditional perfumery knowledge with innovation in extraction, presenting distinctive ingredients in compositions that encourage a deeper appreciation of scent.
Essense de Patchouli’s concept
One of the house’s original five fragrances, Essence de Patchouli belongs to the Gold Collection’s contemporary exploration of traditional precious materials. Its nostalgic imagery evokes long-haired travelers returning from Benares with dark patchouli oil—a storytelling link to 1960s counterculture. The composition softens patchouli with rose and geranium, then surrounds it with warm woods, amber and vanilla.
Extra info
The official name is Essence de Patchouli. Its Gold Collection packaging carries an arabesque motif made from four joined P letters, designed by Gian Luca Perris’s father, Michele, to symbolize his four children. It is distinct from the house’s separate Patchouli Nosy Be fragrance.