Omani perfume house Amouage announced the addition of a new fragrance to its Library Collection: Opus XVI Timber. The fragrance is described as a “woody tribute” to nature.
“Timber opens with a bold, monolithic woody impact, like standing in front of a giant sequoia tree,” said Renaud Salmon, Amouage’s chief creative officer. “But with time, its structure reveals nuance. From the smoky depth of guaiac wood to the resinous clarity of fir balsam and the evergreen crispness of cypress, each layer evokes the lines and textures of aged bark.”
The fragrance was created by perfumer Alexis Grugeon and took inspiration from both California’s giant sequoias and Oman’s frankincense trees.
“Both are symbols of permanence and wisdom in their respective cultures, surviving millennia while watching over countless changes in their surroundings,” Salmon explained.
Opus XVI Timber is available for purchase on the brand’s website and will be available in Amouage boutiques in Oman and the United Arab Emirates starting August 8. Global distribution of the fragrance will begin on September 1.
Fragrance Highlights
Top Notes: Cypress, cardamom, juniper, pink pepper, cocoa
Heart Notes: Lavandin, fir balsam, hojari frankincense
Base Notes: Palo santo, vanilla bourbon, sandalwood, cedarwood, patchouli
