Montabaco Intensivo by Ormonde Jayne

Brand: Ormonde Jayne

Concentration: EDP

Scent overview

Juniper, clary sage, cardamom, bergamot and orange over magnolia, rose, violet and tea, resting on tobacco leaf, suede, sandalwood, moss, tonka and ambergris.

Is Montabaco Intensivo worth it?

How it smells: Opens with ozonic notes, orange and bergamot, magnolia and hedione at the heart, then dries down to tobacco leaf and iso e super.

Scent Score: 57/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Fades faster than most fragrances. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 43, versatility 67, layerability 84 and value 43, each out of 100.

What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and fall, for the office and evenings. Layering: Layers easily with most of the catalog. Leans: Unisex.

Scent Character

EDP · Introduced 2013 · Unisex

Key accords: Ozonic Notes, Orange, Bergamot, Juniper, Clary Sage, Cardamom

Top Notes

  • Ozonic Notes
  • Orange
  • Bergamot
  • Juniper
  • Clary Sage
  • Cardamom

Heart Notes

  • Magnolia
  • Hedione
  • Rose
  • Violet
  • Tea

Base Notes

Occasions: Office, Evening

Seasons: Spring, Fall

Fragrance overview

Montabaco Intensivo by Ormonde Jayne belongs to the woody fragrance family. Juniper, clary sage, cardamom, bergamot and orange over magnolia, rose, violet and tea, resting on tobacco leaf, suede, sandalwood, moss, tonka and ambergris. Montabaco Intensivo opens with Ozonic Notes, Orange, Bergamot, Juniper, Clary Sage, and Cardamom. The heart brings Magnolia, Hedione, Rose, Violet, and Tea. It dries down to Tobacco Leaf, Iso E Super, Suede, Sandalwood, Moss, Tonka, and Ambergris.

How to wear Montabaco Intensivo

On skin, Montabaco Intensivo by Ormonde Jayne has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for office and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf. Apply Montabaco Intensivo first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Montabaco Intensivo : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight and adjust to taste.

How the notes develop

Montabaco Intensivo opens with Ozonic Notes, Orange, Bergamot, Juniper, Clary Sage, and Cardamom.

The heart brings Magnolia, Hedione, Rose, Violet, and Tea.

It dries down to Tobacco Leaf, Iso E Super, Suede, Sandalwood, Moss, Tonka, and Ambergris.

What to layer with Montabaco Intensivo

  • Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Midnight bottle

    Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and tea.

    Order: Apply Montabaco Intensivo first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Montabaco Intensivo : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight

  • Acqua di Parma Magnolia Nobile bottle

    Magnolia Nobile by Acqua di Parma

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, magnolia, and sandalwood.

    Order: Apply Montabaco Intensivo first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Magnolia Nobile on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Montabaco Intensivo : 2 sprays Magnolia Nobile

  • Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male bottle

    Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, cardamom, and sandalwood.

    Order: Apply Montabaco Intensivo first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Le Male on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Montabaco Intensivo : 2 sprays Le Male

  • Guerlain Mon Guerlain bottle

    Mon Guerlain by Guerlain

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    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and rose.

    Order: Apply Montabaco Intensivo first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mon Guerlain on top for floral lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Montabaco Intensivo : 2 sprays Mon Guerlain

  • Bond No. 9 Harlem Nights bottle

    Harlem Nights by Bond No. 9

    Signature Worthy · 98/99

    Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and sandalwood.

    Order: Apply Montabaco Intensivo first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Harlem Nights on top for oriental lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Montabaco Intensivo : 1 spray Harlem Nights

Pairings to approach with care

  • Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium bottle

    Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent

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    Not Recommended · 34/99

    Black Opium has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Black Opium brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.

    Order: Apply Montabaco Intensivo first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Montabaco Intensivo : 1 spray Black Opium

  • Xerjoff La Capitale bottle

    La Capitale by Xerjoff

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    Not Recommended · 35/99

    La Capitale has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. La Capitale brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.

    Order: Apply Montabaco Intensivo first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer La Capitale on top for gourmand lift.

    Ratio: 2 sprays Montabaco Intensivo : 1 spray La Capitale

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Frequently asked questions

Which notes are listed for Montabaco Intensivo?

Montabaco Intensivo opens with Ozonic Notes, Orange, Bergamot, Juniper, Clary Sage, and Cardamom. The heart brings Magnolia, Hedione, Rose, Violet, and Tea. It dries down to Tobacco Leaf, Iso E Super, Suede, Sandalwood, Moss, Tonka, and Ambergris.

How long does Montabaco Intensivo last, and how strong is it?

Montabaco Intensivo by Ormonde Jayne has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.

When should you wear Montabaco Intensivo?

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

What layers well with Montabaco Intensivo?

Flowerbomb Midnight by Viktor & Rolf is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, rose, and tea. Apply Montabaco Intensivo first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Flowerbomb Midnight on top for floral lift. Start with 2 sprays Montabaco Intensivo : 2 sprays Flowerbomb Midnight.

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