Black Gold
ManceraEau de Parfum2017
Side by side
Black Gold vs. Black Saffron Absolu
Is Black Gold better than Black Saffron Absolu?
Black Gold rates higher with the community.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Shared notes
OudRoseNutmegLeather
violetpowderywarm spicyleather
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Black Gold and Black Saffron Absolu?
| Black Gold | Black Saffron Absolu | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Absolu |
| Launched | 2017 | 2026 |
| Gender | Male | Unisex |
| Perfumer | Pierre Montale | Jérôme Epinette |
| Best season | Fall | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Black Gold and Black Saffron Absolu smell?
Black Gold
Woody
Lavender
Fresh Spicy
Aromatic
Violet
Powdery
Warm Spicy
Floral
Black Saffron Absolu
Leather
Warm Spicy
Animalic
Violet
Rose
Fruity
Metallic
Smoky
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Black Gold and Black Saffron Absolu share?
Top
LavenderCitrus fruitsOudCinnamonNutmeg
BlackcurrantNutmegBlack PepperSaffron
Heart
VioletJasmine"JasminePatchouli LeafRoseAquatic Notes
OsmanthusPurple OrchidRaspberryRose
Base
AmberWhite MuskVetiverWoody NotesLeather
Black LeatherOudPatchouli
Notes both fragrances share
Shared note families
Floral Notes
LavenderVioletJasmine"JasmineRose
OsmanthusPurple OrchidRose
Spicy Notes
CinnamonNutmeg
NutmegBlack PepperSaffron
Woody Notes
Patchouli LeafOudWoody Notes
Oud
Animalic Notes
Leather
Black Leather
Where they fit
When and where do Black Gold and Black Saffron Absolu work?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
Community taste
Which performs better, Black Gold or Black Saffron Absolu?
| Black Gold | Black Saffron Absolu | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | strong |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Black Gold and Black Saffron Absolu?
The violet-and-jasmine heart divides the room. Some find it powdery and refined. Others wonder what happened to the leather they signed up for. Here's the thing.Black Gold
The leather is the dealbreaker. If you've been burned by other leather fragrances, this one earns another look. The Absolu concentration amplifies everything from the original Black Saffron.Black Saffron Absolu
The hunt
Where to buy Black Gold and Black Saffron Absolu
| Black Gold | Black Saffron Absolu | |
|---|---|---|
| 4 oz | $78.95fragranceshop | — |
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