Note Vanillée Nectar

Note Vanillée Nectar is a citrus-led fragrance from M. Micallef, released in 2023 and composed by Paulo de Moraes. Bright fruit sits at the front, with gourmand, woody, floral and amber elements sharing the background in roughly equal measure, so the vanilla of the name arrives wrapped in sparkle and boozy warmth.

Mandarin and mixed citrus give a juicy, sunny opening that keeps the sweetness from feeling heavy. Rum and cognac then bring a rich, slightly caramelised, spirit-soaked warmth, and jasmine adds a soft floral glow in the middle. As it settles, vanilla, amber and sandalwood create a creamy, smooth base that feels like dessert served with a citrus twist.

It is worn by anyone who enjoys sweet scents with a lively edge. The combination of fruit, liqueur and vanilla suggests cooler evenings, dinners, festive gatherings and autumn or winter days, though the citrus brightness means it is not as dense as many vanilla perfumes. Those who usually find gourmands too cloying may find this a lighter way in.

Note Vanillée Nectar — unisex fragrance by M. Micallef (released 2023). Notes: Amber, Citruses, Cognac, Jasmine, Mandarin Orange, Rum, Sandalwood, Vanilla. — Parfica open fragrance database