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Alta Āman, brought to life in 2020, sits firmly in the category of a unisex fragrance, belonging to the spicy and wood families. The author of this composition is Jacques Chabert, and that explains a lot. An eau de parfum — light-footed, but utterly unforgettable.
Made in the United Kingdom, backed by a long and proud tradition. Alta Āman unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day
The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space
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 scent of Alta is built as a living composition, where notes flow smoothly and sequentially. The style of Āman is evident in details that define the fragrance identity. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Eau de parfum keeps the depth and body this composition needs.
The internal accord map is built around these accords: Balsamic, Floral, Wood and Powdery with each one in a clear role. Secondary accord layers such as Spicy enrich the profile without taking over. The gender direction is unisex, which clarifies the composition character.
When the pyramid is blended into one block the notes arrive together with a noble cedar mood: Caraway, Cardamom, Geranium, Iris, Juniper, Labdanum and Patchouli.
The middle and base stages are perceived as a smooth transition from opening to trail, which preserves the scent identity through drydown.
At olfactory-group level the profile is anchored in Spicy, Floral, Wood and Balsamic. At family level the scent maps to Spicy and Wood.
In summary Alta sounds complete from start to finish — the start forms character, the middle layer carries the identity, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the scent structures best judged on skin.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | Āman |
| Segment | Niche perfumery |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Website | https://shop.aman.com |
| Year of production | 2020 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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