Nouveau Monde – Louis Vuitton

A Bold Leather-Oud Statement with Cocoa, Saffron & Dark Fruits

Fragrance Notes

• Top Notes: Agarwood (Assam Oud), Saffron, Blackcurrant (berry accord) ()

• Heart Notes: Cocoa, Incense, Patchouli ()

• Base Notes: Leather, Vanilla, Amberwood, Woods ()

Performance & Scent Profile

• Opening: Strong, aggressive oud leans leathery and smoky, with saffron spiciness and dark berry tinge. ()

• Heart: Cocoa and incense deepen the core; leather remains a dominant anchor. Rose or soft florals may appear subtly in mids. ()

• Dry Down: Leather softens, woods and vanilla cushion the intensity; the oud persists in a muted form.

• Projection & Longevity: Projection is strong early; users report all-day wear, and fragrance lingering on clothes for extended periods. ()

• Overall Vibe: A daring, assertive leather-oud fragrance that doesn’t shy from contrast sharp at first, then complex, textured and rich.

Community & Critic Impressions

• “Bold and aggressive floral, saffron, cocoa and oud … harsh if you abuse it but sublime and soft suede around the edges.” Basenotes reviewer

• A Reddit user:

  “It opens with a sharp blast of tamed animalic oud … dusty leather note … berries (closest to raspberry) … dark cocoa presents itself … everything works so well together.”

• Sur le Brise noted:

  “Opening is bold explosive oud, saffron and rose … suede-like oud tucks behind alongside light benzoin.”

When & Where to Wear

• Seasons: Fall, Winter, Cool Evenings

• Occasions: Formal evening wear, nights out, statement fragrance moments

Why You’ll Love It

• Strong character wears like a signature piece, not background filler.

• Excellent balance: while powerful, it softens through wear and gains nuance.

• Unique layering: leather, oud, cocoa and dark fruit don’t feel cliché in this composition.

• Stays perceptible on fabrics good for those who want long presence.

Short Description

Notes: Oud, Saffron, Blackcurrant • Cocoa, Incense, Patchouli • Leather, Vanilla, Woods
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Evening
Occasions: Nightwear, formal events, signature oud statement