Marc Antoine Barrois Encelade

Marc Antoine Barrois Encelade EDP: A Volcanic Symphony

An audacious journey into the heart of a verdant, leathery cosmos.

By Isabella Romano, Master Fragrance Reviewer · · Updated

Isabella has reviewed over 4,000 fragrances across two decades. Trained at ISIPCA, certified evaluator for niche houses, frequent guest on Fragrantica panels.

In the world of niche perfumery, few collaborations have captured the imagination quite like the partnership between couturier Marc-Antoine Barrois and nose Quentin Bisch. Their latest creation, Encelade, is not merely a fragrance; it is a sensory expedition into a lush, mythical jungleβ€”a place where volcanic soil meets verdant, oversized foliage. Encelade breaks away from the expected, offering a profile that is simultaneously earthy, green, and deeply sophisticated. It is a scent designed for the modern individual who isn't afraid to command attention through subtlety and depth rather than traditional, loud accords.
4.2 Overall
Longevity
0.0
Projection
0.0
Sillage
0.0
$150-$200
🌸Springβ˜€οΈSummerπŸ‚Fall❄️Winter

Accords

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Notes Pyramid

Top
Rhubarb
Heart
VetiverGreen NotesCedarwood
Base
SandalwoodTonka BeanLeather

Performance Dashboard

⏱️ Longevity 0.0/5

πŸ“’ Projection 0.0/5

πŸ’¨ Sillage 0.0/5

When to Wear

🌸SpringBest
β˜€οΈSummerOK
πŸ‚FallAvoid
❄️WinterOK
πŸ“Œ Professional settingsπŸŒ™ Evening eventsπŸ“Œ Signature scentπŸ“Œ Gallery openings

Community Verdict

⭐ Overall
4.2
⏱️ Longevity
4.0
πŸ’¨ Sillage
3.8
πŸ’° Value
4.1
πŸ’Œ Compliment Factor 0.0/5

Pros & Cons

  • βœ… Highly unique profile
  • βœ… Excellent longevity
  • βœ… Artistic and sophisticated
  • ❌ Rhubarb note can be polarizing
  • ❌ Not a typical crowd-pleaser

Price & Value

$150-$200

“Fair value for the quality of ingredients and artistic vision provided.”

πŸ“œ Reformulation History

No significant batch variations reported

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πŸ† Final Verdict

Encelade is a triumph of modern perfumery, offering a journey that is both grounded and ethereal. It is an essential addition for collectors who value innovation and daring compositions.

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