Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense by Jo Malone London

Concentration: Cologne Intense

Scent overview

Refined and bold: aromatic cypress and juicy grapevine over cedar and vetiver, wrapped in amber.

Is Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense worth it?

How it smells: Opens with cypress, grapevine and cedar at the heart, then dries down to vetiver and amber.

Scent Score: 73/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 83, versatility 67, layerability 50 and value 83, each out of 100.

Buyers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 187 Sephora reviews.

Scent Character

Cologne Intense · Introduced 2020 · Unisex

Key accords: Cypress, Grapevine, Cedar, Vetiver, Amber

Top Notes

Cypress

Heart Notes

Grapevine
Cedar

Base Notes

Occasions: Office, Evening

Seasons: Fall, Spring

Fragrance overview

Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense by Jo Malone London belongs to the woody fragrance family. Refined and bold: aromatic cypress and juicy grapevine over cedar and vetiver, wrapped in amber. Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense opens with Cypress. The heart brings Grapevine and Cedar. It dries down to Vetiver and Amber.

How to wear Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense

On skin, Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense by Jo Malone London has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, Cologne Intense concentration. It's best in fall and spring. Reach for it for office and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior. Apply Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambre Nuit on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Ambre Nuit and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense opens with Cypress.

The heart brings Grapevine and Cedar.

It dries down to Vetiver and Amber.

What to layer with Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense

Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior
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Signature Worthy · 98/99

Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar and amber.

Order: Apply Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambre Nuit on top for oriental lift.

Ratio: 2 sprays Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Ambre Nuit
Washington Square by Bond No. 9

Signature Worthy · 98/99

Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver and amber.

Order: Apply Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Washington Square on top for floral lift.

Ratio: 2 sprays Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Washington Square
Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
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Signature Worthy · 98/99

Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar and vetiver.

Order: Apply Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum on top for floral lift.

Ratio: 2 sprays Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum
Stellar Times by Louis Vuitton

Signature Worthy · 98/99

Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar and amber.

Order: Apply Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Stellar Times on top for floral lift.

Ratio: 2 sprays Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Stellar Times
Starlight by Xerjoff

Signature Worthy · 98/99

Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar and amber.

Order: Apply Starlight first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense over the top for woody complexity.

Ratio: 2 sprays Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Starlight

Pairings to approach with care

Tobacco 02 by Zara

Not Recommended · 40/99

This pairing is harder to balance. Tobacco 02 brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.

Order: Apply Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco 02 on top for gourmand lift.

Ratio: 1 spray Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Tobacco 02
Tobacco 01 by Zara

Not Recommended · 40/99

This pairing is harder to balance. Tobacco 01 brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.

Order: Apply Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tobacco 01 on top for gourmand lift.

Ratio: 1 spray Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Tobacco 01

Related fragrances and why

Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior
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— Both include cedar and amber.
Washington Square by Bond No. 9 — Both include vetiver and amber.
Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
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— Both include cedar and vetiver.

Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense?

Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense opens with Cypress. The heart brings Grapevine and Cedar. It dries down to Vetiver and Amber.

How long does Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense last, and how strong is it?

Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense by Jo Malone London has long Lasting longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 7/10, Cologne Intense concentration.

When should you wear Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense?

It's best in fall and spring. It suits office and evening.

What layers well with Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense?

Ambre Nuit by Christian Dior is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share cedar and amber. Apply Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Ambre Nuit on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense : 2 sprays Ambre Nuit.

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