Found in Central America and nurtured by the Aztecs is the Tuberose flower; A rare gem in the perfume world. Tuberose is also known as ‘la belle dame sans merci’, a dark sultry creature of the night whose merciless beauty will ignite a passion within and ultimately break your heart. In the perfume world, it is considered a controversial note, but many love its exuberance qualities. The tuberose accord can be rendered polished or creamy to meet the consumer's tastes, but the true beauty of the flower is the diverse morphing characteristics. Its full, dark carnal smoky qualities are reminiscent of intoxicating camphor.
Perfumer: Mathieu Nardin
Head Notes: Bergamot, Cardamom, Lavender and Galbanum
Heart Notes: Tuberose, Sambac Jasmine and Gardenia
Base Notes: Orange Blossom, Cedarwood, Vetiver and Musk