MONT BLANC EXPLORER PLATINUM

FRAGRANCE FAMILY: Woody, Aromatic

TOP NOTES: Grapefruit, Violet Leaves

HEART NOTE: Clary Sage

BASE NOTE: Cedarwood

Montblanc had a massive hit with Explorer so it’s no surprise that they are adding another release to the collection to sit alongside the original and Ultra Blue. Explorer Platinum takes its inspiration from the spirit of adventure and ascending further up into the snowy peaks. Actually, the scent seems more suited to the base-camp level of mountaineering, rather than higher altitudes. It has a herbaceous profile - soft and green. The violet leaf is very apparent in the opening, fresh and aromatic which leads on to the clary sage and all its herby balsamic sweetness. The dry down brings a smooth cedar wood into play and the overall effect is a versatile (Swiss) utility-knife of a fragrance.

Can we talk about the bottle? It’s decorated with a crisp textured silver sleeve inspired by the 1858 Geosphere Montblanc’s watch and pays homage to the ‘Seven Summit’ mountaineering challenge. Montblanc Explorer Platinum will enhance any bathroom shelf and is perfect for all occasions. A clean, green compliment-getting machine.

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EXPLORE: Mont Blanc Explorer Platinum

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From £79 for 100 ml eau de parfum montblanc.com

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