ENCELADE by Marc Antoine Barrois: Interview and Fragrance Review
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In 2020, Brilliant introduced Santal Valley — a fragrance that's hard to forget. By character, a unisex fragrance drawing from the chypre and wood families. Released in eau de parfum.
Behind this fragrance stands Italy and its rich perfumery heritage. Santal Valley Brilliant unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The note pyramid of Santal Valley is built as a continuous scent journey, where layers reveal themselves without rush and without gaps. The style of Brilliant is clear in details that define the fragrance identity. Nothing here feels random, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de parfum sets the right density and pace of development.
The stylistic positioning is unisex, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
At the opening of the pyramid you catch dry woody top notes: Leather accord, Patchouli and Sandalwood. These 3 notes set clear woody framework that anchors the first impression immediately.
In the heart you detect Ambroxan, Cedar and Violet holding a golden-amber direction. At drydown level the composition is fixed through Cardamom and Iris, reinforcing a deep spicy trail.
At olfactory-group level the profile is anchored in Leather, Wood, Ambery and Floral. The palette also extends to Spicy. From a family perspective the scent maps to Chypre and Wood.
Overall Santal Valley holds a coherent structure — the opening sets direction, the heart develops the core line, while the drydown anchors the memory. This is the type of composition best judged on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Brilliant |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | Italy |
| Website | https://brilliantitaly.com |
| Year of production | 2020 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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