Montblanc

Explorer

for men

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Explorer

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%
Citrus 97%
Aromatic 86%
Amber 84%
Musky 72%
Fresh Spicy 64%
Oud 63%
Soft Spicy 61%
Warm Spicy 58%
Leather 57%

Performance

Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Woody, Citrus, and Aromatic) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.

Longevity

With Woody, Citrus, Aromatic, and Amber 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, Citrus, Aromatic, and Amber 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

ExplorerbyMontblancis a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men.Explorerwas launched in 2019. Explorer was created by Jórdi Fernandez, Antoine Maisondieu and Olivier Pescheux. Top notes are Bergamot, Pink Pepper and Clary Sage; middle notes are Haitian Vetiver and Leather; base notes are Ambroxan, Akigalawood, Indonesian Patchouli Leaf and Cacao Pod.Montlanc announces the new male pillar fragrance that comes out on the market in February 2019. Montblanc Explorer tells the story of adventures, quests for excellence, challenging conventions and exploring the four corners of the globe."From South Africa to Haiti, Italy, Germany or Indonesia; Montblanc EXPLORER invites explorers on a fantastic journey, giving them the opportunity to discover the rarest ingredients and manufacturing methods that combine craftsmanship with the latest technology."The composition is made by three Givaudan perfumers: Jordi Fernandez, Antoine Maisondieu and Olivier Pescheux. Each of them gave his knowledge and emotional experiences about a particular ingredient. The fragrance is announced as a unique woody-aromatic-leather concoction that combines essences of bergamot from Italy, vetiver from Haiti and patchouli from Indonesia.Top notes: OrPur® bergamot, French sage, pink pepperHeart: OrPur® vetiver, skinBase: patchouli, cocoa, Ambrofix ™, Akigalawood®The bottle of elongated shape is wrapped with leather-like protective sheath printed with the Saffiano motif. The signature star that adorns all the Maison’s leather goods is made exclusively in Hamburg. The sleeve and emblem are assembled by hand at the Montblanc Pelleteria in Florence.The advertising campaign was shot by John Balsom in South Africa, and the model is Rein Langeveld. Montblanc Explorer is available as a 30, 60 and 100 ml Eau de Parfum.

Quick answers

Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.

Is Explorer 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.