Fantastic Basilic

Fantastic Basilic by Montale pairs a sweet, almost edible character with lush white flowers, then adds resin, herbs and citrus in supporting roles. It came out in 2022 and is worn by anyone.

Kumquat and pear bring a juicy, tangy fruit brightness, and basil cuts through with a green, peppery herbal note that gives the scent its name. Frangipani and tuberose make up the floral side: creamy, tropical and rich. Tonka bean adds a vanilla-and-almond sweetness, while benzoin supplies a warm, resinous softness that settles on the skin as the fruit fades.

The blend of sweet fruit, creamy flowers and resin suits warm evenings in late spring and summer, as well as relaxed nights out, while the basil keeps it lively enough for daytime. It will appeal to someone who enjoys a playful, sweet floral with an unusual herbal twist, and who likes a scent that feels sunny and generous rather than reserved.

Fantastic Basilic — unisex fragrance by Montale (released 2022). Notes: Basil, Benzoin, Frangipani, Kumquat, Pear, Tonka Bean, Tuberose. — Parfica open fragrance database