Devoti Peccatori by Santi Peccatori

Devoti Peccatori: A New Woody Oriental Perfume

Devoti Peccatori, the new perfume from Santi Peccatori, launches in 2026 as a woody oriental for men and women. The perfumer behind it is Xavier Blaizot, who brings a rich, contrasted palette to the house.

Built around ambergris, galbanum and cocoa at the top, the fragrance moves into Indian sandalwood, tonka bean and cypriol (nagarmota) at the heart, before closing on vanilla absolute, amber and oak. It is a formula that balances sweetness, greenery and depth.

The fragrance itself plays with contrasts. The accords listed include amber, woody, vanilla, green, cocoa, aromatic, earthy, balsamic, warm spicy and sweet, and the pyramid mirrors that tension at every stage.

The top notes are deliberately unusual. Ambergris brings a quiet animal warmth with a slight marine edge; galbanum snaps through it with green, resinous sharpness; cocoa rounds the opening with a velvety, roasted bitterness. It is a start that feels sophisticated rather than loud.

The heart softens the composition. Indian sandalwood and tonka bean add a creamy, nutty smoothness, while cypriol (nagarmota) contributes an earthy, woody depth. By the time the perfume reaches its base, the vanilla absolute, amber and oak have merged into a warm, powdery, gently sweet trail.

Although Devoti Peccatori is a new release, it already carries a confident signature and a perfect early rating of 5/5. It is positioned as a fragrance for everyone, and its dense structure suggests it will shine in autumn and winter or whenever a deeper, more introspective scent feels right.

It is especially suited to those who appreciate unisex woody-oriental perfumes, admirers of Xavier Blaizot's style, and anyone who prefers their sweetness grounded in earth and resin rather than straightforward fruitiness.

Devoti Peccatori is a memorable opening chapter for Santi Peccatori in 2026. It has the weight of a bold woody oriental, the subtlety of a carefully built pyramid, and enough sweet and earthy contrast to reward close attention.