- Explorer — Woody, earthy and amber; opens with bergamot and dries down to indonesian patchouli and dry amber.
- Explorer Platinum — Woody, aromatic and powdery; opens with violet leaf and dries down to cedarwood.
- Explorer Ultra Blue — Woody, aquatic and fresh; opens with tropical fruits and bergamot and dries down to woody notes and patchouli leaf.
- Legend — Aromatic, woody and mossy; opens with bergamot and lavender and dries down to sandalwood and oakmoss.
- Legend Eau de Parfum — Woody, leather and white floral; opens with bergamot and violet leaf and dries down to leather and oakmoss.
- Legend Elixir — Amber, warm spicy and aromatic; opens with bergamot and lavender and dries down to vanilla and amber.
- Legend Red — Woody, citrus and fresh spicy; opens with blood orange and grapefruit and dries down to mahogany and tonka bean.
- Legend Spirit — Woody, aromatic and fresh spicy; opens with grapefruit and bergamot and dries down to white musk and woody notes.
- Signature — Amber, floral and musky; opens with clementine and dries down to vanilla and white musk.
- Starwalker — Woody, warm spicy and fresh spicy; opens with mandarin orange and bamboo and dries down to nutmeg and ginger.
What Montblanc smells like
Montblanc's fragrances lean woody, aromatic and amber. Most sit in the woody and oriental families.
Notes that recur across the range: bergamot, woody notes, leather and clary sage. If you like one of these, the others in the line are a safe next try.
In the SCNTMIX catalog the range covers 6 EDP, 3 EDT and 1 Parfum.
Where to start with Montblanc
Not sure which Montblanc to try first? These picks come from the catalog data on each profile (the line-up here is 9 for men, 1 for women).
- Most loved: Montblanc Legend — the highest-rated Montblanc profile on SCNTMIX
- Longest lasting: Montblanc Legend Elixir — longevity: excellent
- For warm weather: Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue — a fresh scent listed for spring and summer
- For cold weather and evenings: Montblanc Signature — listed for fall and winter
- For the office: Montblanc Explorer Platinum — a daytime pick with manageable projection
How to layer Montblanc
Because Montblanc's style leans woody and aromatic, it pairs well with a citrus or floral scent on top for lift. Spray the heavier scent first and the lighter one on top. Every Montblanc profile lists the fragrances that layer best with it, and MixMode lets you test a pair before you buy.
Montblanc guides
Montblanc FAQ
What does Montblanc smell like?
Montblanc's fragrances on SCNTMIX lean woody, aromatic and amber, with bergamot, woody notes and leather coming up again and again.
What is the longest-lasting Montblanc fragrance?
On SCNTMIX, Montblanc Legend Elixir has the strongest longevity rating (excellent). Longevity also depends on skin and how much you spray.
Which Montblanc fragrance is best for summer?
Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue is the freshest pick in the line for warm weather, listed for spring and summer in its SCNTMIX profile, opening with tropical fruits and bergamot.
Where can I buy or sample Montblanc?
Each Montblanc profile on SCNTMIX links to a retailer to buy the full bottle, and to a sample or travel size where one is available, so you can try it before committing.
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