ENCELADE by Marc Antoine Barrois: Interview and Fragrance Review
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The year 2014 gave us Grand Monarch Black Parli. A masculine fragrance from the fern family. The fragrance belongs to the Grand Monarch collection.
The sillage is noticeable — present, but never overpowering. Expect high longevity: it stays close to the skin for hours. The birthplace of this fragrance — Russia, a place with a refined nose. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
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 olfactory structure of Grand Monarch Black is built as a living composition, where notes flow with precision and warmth. The style of Parli comes through from the opening to the final trail. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through.
The internal accord map rests on these accords: Aromatic, Citrus, Gourmet and Musc forming a compact and readable structure. Additional accords such as Wood, Leather and Spicy add depth to the backdrop. The profile is masculine, which clarifies the composition character. In longevity terms High suggests confident staying power. In trail behavior Noticeable describes the way the scent radiates.
In the top tier you catch sparkling citrus first notes: Bergamot, Black Pepper and Grapefruit.
In the middle phase you sense Lavender, Saffron and Tobacco holding a pure leafy direction.
At olfactory-group level the structure relies on Citrus, Spicy, Green and Wood. It also reaches into Leather and Musk. From a family perspective the fragrance belongs to Fern.
In summary Grand Monarch Black sounds complete from start to finish — the start forms character, the heart develops the core line, and the base secures the trail. These are the fragrances best experienced through real development.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Parli |
| Segment | Massmarket perfumery |
| Country | Russia |
| Website | http://parli.ru |
| Year of production | 2014 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de parfum |
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