Montabaco Verano, from Ormonde Jayne was released in 2020. The perfumer behind this creation is unknown. It has the top notes of Bergamot, Cardamom, Clary Sage, Grapefruit, Juniper, Mountain Air, and Orange, middle notes of Magnolia, Rose, Tea, and Violet, and base notes of Ambergris, Cashmeran, Iso E Super, Oakmoss, Sandalwood, Suede, Tobacco, and Tonka Bean.
Montabaco Verano is fast becoming one of my favourite summer fragrances, it’s not the most complex scent but there’s something about it that’s just so addicting and satisfying to wear. It opens with the most incredible juicy grapefruit note backed up by juniper, sage and a touch of orange - all surrounded by a soft airiness. A soft and gentle floral heart of rose and magnolia are introduced with a subtle tea note before developing a more strong and masculine base. The tobacco here isn’t like any other I’ve smelled before, it’s got that slight smoky earthiness but it’s so gentle and bright that it works brilliantly in the warm weather. The key players that make this scent so addictive are the grapefruit, Iso E Super and ambergris - leaving you with something so incredibly smooth and refreshing to wear. This is hands down one of the best grapefruits I’ve ever smelled and will always have a place in my collection.