Wild Aoud by Montale
Men Women 2009
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Description
Wild Aoud by Montale is a fragrance from the olfactory family for men and women. Launched in 2009, this olfactory composition features the signature of Pierre Montale as the perfumer.
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Notes
oud wood
Community
454 votes
- Positive 78%
- Negative 18%
- Neutral 3.7%
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
1,232 votes
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Leading answer Like it
454 votes
Season
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355 votes
Time of day
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201 votes
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About Wild Aoud
Wild Aoud by Montale is a fragrance from the olfactory family for men and women. Launched in 2009, this olfactory composition features the signature of Pierre Montale as the perfumer.
Woods and mosses Flowers Green, herbal and fougère Musk, amber and animalic
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Longevity
Leading answer Long-lasting
206 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Strong
284 votes
Character
Leading answer Balanced
77 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Fair price
69 votes
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Community reviews
6 reviews
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Absolutely love it! A fresh, incredibly wearable oud, perfect for spring or summer evenings. It’s not a beast in terms of longevity or projection like other Montales.
One of those ‘ugly ducklings’ in the oud world: undeniable quality but lacking the attention it deserves. It opens with an almost medicinal note reminiscent of the tea tree oil I used on my daughters’ heads. Montale seems determined to steer away from the conventional 😅. Wild Aoud is wild and untamed, not seeking mass approval. The dry-down is long; after a few hours, the tea tree fades to reveal a beautiful woody accord with cedar, amber, and earthy notes. It reminds me of Wood on Fire: raw, naked wood with a slight char, sharing the same DNA, almost like sisters. Performance is medium-longevity, typical of Montale. It leans clearly masculine, dense and warm, perfect for autumn and winter. It’s not for everyone, nor for those seeking softness; it’s for those who value the authentic and the raw. Personally, unaccustomed to such potency, I sometimes feel it lacks something to balance it. I’ve tried blending it with a grapefruit (Sunrise Paradise by Adopt) and the result is harmonious: the citrus adds brightness that counteracts the density, creating a captivating citrus-woody duo that lightens its weight. This way, I’ve managed to get close to the beast without being devoured by it.
One of those ‘ugly ducklings’ in the oud world: undeniable quality that perhaps doesn’t receive the attention it deserves. It starts unexpectedly with an almost medicinal note reminding me of the tea tree oil my daughters used against lice, as if Montale wanted to ward off those seeking the conventional. Wild Aoud is exactly that: wild and untamed, not seeking mass approval. The dry-down is long; after a few hours, when the tea tree yields, it turns into a beautiful woody accord with cedar, amber nuances, and something earthy. There’s an aspect that reminds me of Wood on Fire by Montale: that raw, naked wood with a slight char, with a sweet finish; they share the same DNA, almost sisters. Performance is medium, as expected from Montale, ensuring its character accompanies you for hours. It leans masculine, dense and warm, perfect for cold climates, autumn and winter. It’s not an oud for everyone or for those seeking softness; it’s for those who value the authentic and the raw. I, unaccustomed to such potency, sometimes feel it lacks something to compensate. In fact, I’ve blended it with a grapefruit (Sunrise Paradise by Adopt) and the result is surprising: the grapefruit adds a spark of citrus brightness that counteracts the density, transforming it into a captivating citrus-woody blend. It’s a duo that highlights the best of both, tempering the untamed nature of the oud with vibrant freshness. This way, I’ve managed to get close to the beast without being devoured, feeling its presence in a different way.
Very much in the Montale style. It doesn’t leave you indifferent. Fresh notes dominate over the underlying woody base. Upon application, it reminds me of gas station smells… rich, although the name doesn’t quite fit. And I get the impression it might be discontinued.
Very much Montale: it doesn’t leave you indifferent. Fresh notes prevail over the woody base which is noticeable underneath. When you wear it, it reminds you of gas station aromas… rich, although the name isn’t appropriate. And I get the impression it might already be discontinued.
Incredible yet underwhelming: this Montale had not a single review and I’m not surprised. I’ve checked blogs and forums and almost no one mentions it, and honestly, you lose nothing by ignoring it. It’s not a fragrance an amateur or an expert should feel compelled to wear. The issue is its ambiguity. Wild Aoud smells of generic, rugged wood (very masculine) without conveying anything, as if unfinished. It smells good but doesn’t transcend; it lacks a unique scent or notable evolution, and the oud feels very diffuse. More than ‘Wild’, it’s ‘Flat’. What I sense most is sage, patchouli, and tobacco. In conclusion, it left me quite indifferent. And to be frank, the only one from this house worth the effort is Black Aoud, a niche and oud icon. The others I find vulgar. Longevity is scarce for a house where fixation should be notable. This is my opinion, but it doesn’t detract from interest for those who wish to try it.