Montblanc 2019

Explorer

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Opens with Bergamot, Pink Pepper, and Clary Sage lending an immediate elegance deepening through a woody heart of Haitian Vetiver and Leather over a dry, grounded base of Ambroxan, Akigalawood, Indonesian Patchouli Leaf, and Cacao Pod.

The bloodline

AventusCreedLoose

This bottle carries the Aventus DNA. Shares 2 notes with the original.

bergamotpink pepper

Climate fit

Year-round Versatile across most weather, a safe everyday choice.

Should you buy it?

Loose inspiration, a different take

Only loosely related to Aventus by Creed. Safe to own both.

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Explorer bottle

Sample bottle, not actual product

Scent DNA

Accord profile

What your nose reads first

WoodyEarthyAromaticCitrusSmokyWarmAmberAnimalic

Longevity

7h

Sillage

Moderate

Launched

2019

Alternatives

What this fragrance is similar to

The pyramid.

TTop
First impression, 10–20 min
HHeart
Core character, 2–4 hours
H
Haitian Vetiver
Leather
Leather
BBase
Lasting drydown, 6–12+ hours
Ambroxan
Ambroxan
Akigalawood
Akigalawood
I
Indonesian Patchouli Leaf
C
Cacao Pod

FAQ

Straight answers to the questions people actually ask.

Yes. Explorer is widely considered inspired by Creed Aventus, following the same direction at a fraction of the price.

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