Montblanc Collection: fragrances inspired by the art of writing

Montblanc’s fragrances inspired by the art of writing

Introducing Montblanc Collection, four premium timeless scents for him and her using prestige ingredients

With a collection of four timeless scents, Montblanc introduces four unique facets of its rich heritage of creativity and craftsmanship told through the artistry of fragrance. 

Crafted from fine, precious ingredients, each of the four fragrances in the collection reveals a different aspect of a legendary marque: from the birth of an icon of writing culture to beauty of ink on paper, from the luxury of Montblanc leather craftsmanship to the glacial majesty of the Mont Blanc Mountain that has continuously inspired the Maison’s quest for innovation and excellence.

“While our Maison’s story has been captured in many forms, this is the first time it has been told through the captivating medium of fragrance” says Marco Tomasetta, Creative Director of Montblanc.

The Montblanc Collection presents a sensorial way of experiencing the distinctive pillars that are core to the brand. Each of these original scents is an opportunity to travel through time, to experience Montblanc through a new lens, to be inspired or inspire others.

Design rooted in heritage

The Maison is celebrating the 100^th year anniversary of the iconic Meisterstück in 2024, admired for generations for its timeless design and the high-quality writing experience it delivers.  The signature design codes that define Montblanc have been creatively translated into the design of the fragrance collection.             

The generous 125 ml bottle is shaped like a Montblanc glass ink bottle with a black lacquer cap crowned with the unmistakable Montblanc emblem in white. Along the side of the bottle, a metal strip recalls the clip of the Meisterstück, etched with the name of the fragrance.  It is no coincidence that the box evokes luxury writing paper evoking the grain of Saffiano™ leather where the Montblanc name appears as if handwritten, while its back features a description evoking the very inspiration behind each Eau de Parfum.

Four fragrances, four iconic facets of an historic Maison

The story of Montblanc unfolds with each fragrant chapter, where each Eau de Parfum conveys the attributes that have established the Maison as the pioneer of writing culture and craftsmanship through iconic and refined fragrance ingredients.

Black Meisterstück is a tribute to incense, warmed up with notes of warm spices and precious wood.

Patchouli Ink magnifies the intense dark and mysterious facet of patchouli softened in a veil of musks and woods.

Extreme Leather exalts the character of a refined leather accord wrapped into the smoothness of iris and musky notes.          

Vetiver Glacier is a burst of freshness embodied by a combination of bergamot and sandalwood, enhanced by the invigorating fusion of black currant and lavadin.

Black Meisterstück – Absolute Incense

An icon of writing culture, the sleek and timeless design of the Montblanc Meisterstück has inspired a rich fragrance that evokes an elevated writing experience, from the smooth precious resin reminiscent of the warm sensation of the iconic writing instrument warming against the fingers as the creative process unfolds and takes shape.

The intensity and opulence of the Meisterstück is expressed with noble Incense of Somalia drawn from wood resin. Warmed by nutmeg and illuminated by fiery ginger, the distinguished alchemy of incense radiates from top to dry down, evoking the timelessness and stature of a writing legend. A symphony of spices, aromatics, resins, balms and precious woods magnify the incense.  The blazing dry down leans into a woody blend of vetiver, Indonesian patchouli and spicy Akigalawood, magnified by the mineral vibration of Amber notes.

“This absolute and mineral incense expresses the intensity and opulence of the Meisterstück”

Perfumer Jordi Fernandez

Patchouli Ink – Dark Woods

As a nib glides across sheets of white paper and dark liquid crystalizes thoughts and ideas forever, inspiration becomes reality with every drop of Montblanc ink. Just as a writer makes an indelible mark with words, a perfumer creates a lasting sensation with a powerful and architectural olfactory tribute to the magic of ink.

Dark notes of Indonesian Patchouli evoke the smell of ink as the liquid coats the surface of paper, combined with coriander seeds and jasmine petals to create a pure readable first sensation. The refined power of orris roots and the warmth of vanillin carry the heart of the fragrance. A scent as powerful as words, the captivating Patchouli trail is highlighted an intense woody amber note. The intensity of Patchouli is softened by an artful pairing of white musk and vanilla, enlivening the fragrance.

“I created an architectural fragrance built around a short formula. A unique signature written with emblematic patchouli, and a rare olfactive accord: ink”

Perfumer Fabrice Pellegrin

Extreme Leather – Smoked Iris

Handcrafted following age-old traditions, Montblanc leather delivers more than just style, it is a heightened sensorial experience. A journey that starts in the ateliers of Tuscany and continues to far distant places, the touch and smell of soft luxurious leather are articulated in a woody, leathery fragrance. Like every Montblanc leather creation, the process begins with raw materials embodied in the scent of Saffiano™ leather accord with its distinctive texture.

The fragrance opens with the natural sophistication of ambrette, reinforcing the musky facet. When paired with the very sensual notes of iris, the leather evolves into a softer, more noble and comfortable scent, creating an olfactory impression of natural suede leather enhanced with a powdery smoothness.

“I was inspired by a desk pad I had on my first desk as a perfumer. The smell of Saffiano™, reminds me of this soft leather, so it made sense to build the fragrance around this ingredient”.

Perfumer Juliette Karagueuzoglou

Vetiver Glacier – Frozen Santal

The majestic Mont Blanc is both endless source of inspiration and symbol of Montblanc’s pursuit of excellence, captured in the Maison’s emblem. The awe-inspiring beauty of the mountain is articulated in a fragrance that evokes the irrepressible spirit of adventure, climbing its glaciers high above the clouds.

At the summit of the fragrance, Vetiver Glacier expresses a clear, crisp freshness with a thrilling iced-cold aromatic sensation reminiscent of the mountain’s glaciers, its bitter facets boldly strengthened by Ginger and Nutmeg to create a vertical cocktail of spices. At the heart, Vetiver and Cedarwood entwine their earthy and elegant characters to bring texture and depth, layered with White Musk for a touch of modernity. Sandalwood reveals a raw woody quality that wraps the fragrance with force and warmth.

“I wanted to create an unexpected woody addiction through a raw and smoky texture.”

Perfumer Nathalie Lorson

Product photography: A return to the origins of the Maison

Through a collaboration with French nomadic visual artist Marie De La Ville Baugé, the photography of Montblanc Collection reinforces the Maison’s origins in the culture of writing and its connection to the mountains as a symbol of excellence and creative inspiration. The visual is inspired by an installation created by the artist for Montblanc’s presence at the 2023 edition of Watches & Wonders in Geneva, Switzerland: a writing pendulum that sketched mountain artwork with a large Montblanc nib creating a piece dedicated to the art of writing and the spirit of mountain exploration.

About Montblanc

Synonymous with excellence in craftsmanship and design, Montblanc has been pushing the boundaries of innovation ever since the Maison first revolutionized the culture of writing in 1906. Ingenuity and imagination continue to be driving forces for the Maison today as it advances its expression of fine craftsmanship across product categories: writing instruments, watches, leather goods, new technologies and accessories. Reflecting upon its ongoing mission to create fine lifetime companions born from bold ideas and expertly crafted through the skills of the Maison’s artisans, the iconic Montblanc Emblem has become the ultimate seal of performance, quality and an expression of sophisticated style. As part of its on-going commitment to elevating and support those who strive to leave their mark, Montblanc continues to assert its encouragement of education programs around the world and initiatives that inspire people to express their full potential.

Montblanc Collection is available in Canada on scentlodge.com

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