Ambre Vanille

How it Smells

Montagne’s Ambre Vanille is clearly chasing the Grand Soir dragon. The opening is a warm, amber-heavy blast. Labdanum and benzoin are present, creating that familiar sweet, resinous vibe. It aims for a sophisticated amber but lands slightly sweeter, and a touch less refined. The vanilla here is more prominent than in Grand Soir. Closer to the drydown, it leans heavily into the tonka bean, giving a comforting, slightly gourmand edge. It's about 95% similar to the original, but with a noticeable difference in the quality of ingredients.

Conclusion

A solid effort . If you're looking for a near-identical clone of Grand Soir, this isn't it. But if you want a very pleasant, amber-vanilla fragrance that captures the *essence* of the MFK creation without breaking the bank, Ambre Vanille is a good option. It has some synthetic edges, but they're not deal-breakers. But for the average consumer, this clone provides a satisfying experience . I'd recommend this to anyone on a budget who enjoys warm, sweet fragrances.

Longevity & Projection

Longevity is decent. On my skin, I get about 6-7 hours of noticeable projection, then it settles into a skin scent for another 2-3. Projection is moderate; it won’t fill a room, but people will notice it. that's more than acceptable. Don't expect niche fragrance performance.