Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Woody
100%
Aromatic
86%
Amber
69%
Balsamic
61%
Warm Spicy
59%
Earthy
58%
Smoky
52%
Fresh Spicy
46%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Woody, Aromatic, and Amber) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Woody, Aromatic, Amber, and Balsamic among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Woody, Aromatic, Amber, and Balsamic among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
Encre Noire A L'ExtremebyLaliqueis a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men.Encre Noire A L'Extremewas launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Nathalie Lorson. Top notes are Cypress, Elemi resin and Bergamot; middle notes are Haitian Vetiver, Vetiver, Incense and Orris; base notes are Benzoin, Sandalwood and Patchouli.As the new successor to fragrance Encre Noire by Lalique presented in 2006, the market welcomes ENCRE NOIRE A L'Extreme, an intense masculine edition available since October 2015. With its design, the new edition reminds us of the famous "Encrier" designed by Rene Lalique in 1913, which served for design of the first fragrance Encre Noir and its successors Encre Noire Pour Elle in 2009 and Encre Noire Sport in 2013. The latest edition after moving towards a lighter interpretation and ‘sporty’ version of the original, the accent is now placed on intensive woodsy blend of cypress and vetiver.Composition of the new fragrance ENCRE NOIRE A L'EXTREME is announced as very masculine, intensive, powerful. "Bergamot, cypress, incense, vetiver (Java & Haiti), sandalwood, patchouli ENCRE NOIRE À L’EXTRÊME redefines masculine sensuality with a powerful blend of cypress and vetiver. A new woody intensity, for a unique, unforgettable trail…"The fragrance is available as 50 and 100ml Eau de Parfum.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Encre Noire A L'Extreme office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.