Launched in 2019, Montblanc Explorer is an aromatic-woody-Elixir crafted by perfumers Jordi Fernández, Antoine Maisondieu, and Olivier Pescheux
It opens with vibrant bergamot, spicy pink pepper, and aromatic clary sage. At its core, Haitian vetiver harmonizes with supple leather. The base is a sophisticated blend of Indonesian patchouli, akigalawood, ambroxan, ambers and a hint of cocoa—evoking earthy elegance and timeless sophistication.
A luxe, versatile scent blending bright Italian bergamot and spicy pink pepper with a rich heart of Haitian vetiver and leather, finally fading into a warm, woody‑amber, ambroxan-tinged base.
Top: Italian bergamot, pink peppercorn, clary sage
Key Notes:
Heart: Haitian vetiver, leather
Base: Ambroxan, akigalawood (patchouli), Indonesian patchouli, ambergris, cocoa
Perfumer: Jordi Fernández, Antoine Maisondieu, Olivier Pescheux
Launch Year: 2019
Performance: Good longevity (4–6 h), projection starts strong then becomes intimate; praised as a “woody-amber ambrox‑bomb”. Some users note its strong synthetic ambroxan character
Bottle Design: Cylindrical glass wrapped in Saffiano-styled faux-leather with Montblanc’s star emblem—artisan-crafted presentation
Approximate Price: Around US $125 for 100 ml at Montblanc official site
Reddit users describe Explorer as a "loud, sharp, citrus and spicy ambroxan bomb"—with clean, fresh vibes that can provoke reactions in some noses
