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    Malbec vs. Black Shark

    Malbec by O Boticário bottle

    Malbec

    O Boticário
    Eau de Parfum2004
    Very similar
    New comparison

    Malbec rates higher with the community.

    The essentials

    At a glance

    Key facts: Malbec vs. Black Shark
    MalbecBlack Shark
    ConcentrationEau de ParfumEau de Toilette
    Launched20042015
    GenderMaleMale
    PerfumerNapoleão Bastos—
    Best seasonWinterFall

    Scent DNA

    Main accords

    Malbec

    Woody
    Warm Spicy
    Citrus
    Amber
    Earthy
    Fresh Spicy
    Aromatic
    Powdery

    Black Shark

    Woody
    Patchouli
    Balsamic
    Aromatic
    Citrus
    Warm Spicy
    Earthy

    Shared between both fragrances

    The pyramid

    Notes, side by side

    Top
    IncenseBlack PepperLimeMandarin OrangeBlackcurrantBergamotViolet LeafLemonCardamom
    LemonSage
    Heart
    CedarwoodPatchouliSandalwood
    Cedar
    Base
    OakmossAmberBenzoinMusk
    PatchouliRosewood

    Notes both fragrances share

    Community taste

    The community verdict

    Community verdict: Malbec vs. Black Shark
    MalbecBlack Shark
    Score4/53.5/5
    Longevity6-10 hours6-10 hours
    Sillagemoderatemoderate

    No varnish

    Real talk

    Malbec is that rare fragrance that actually smells like wine without relying on gimmickry. The vinic alcohol base is a genuine differentiator, giving it a realism that mass-market perfumes rarely.Malbec
    Patchouli arrives and stays, earthy and assured. Brazilian rosewood keeps it warm instead of harsh. The scent is bold but composed. A woody masculine with citrus and sage that opens bright and.Black Shark