Amouage Santal Sohar Attar (Karine Vinchon-Spehner) and Amouage Amber Sogara Attar (Elise Benat) 2023 + Merging Two Worlds Giveaway

Amouage Sogara and Amouage Santal Sohar from the Attar collection

 Collage of Amouage Santal Sohar and Amber Sogara Attars photos courtesy of the brand

Amouage, the renowned luxury fragrance house, has recently launched its highly anticipated Attars Collection number 7 and number 8: Santal Sohar and Amber Sogara. Orchestrated by Chief Creative Officer Renaud Salmon, the unveiling of these exquisite attars was hosted via webinar by the distinguished perfumer and former ÇaFleureBon Contributor Alexander Helwani. Inspired by the rich cultural heritage of Oman and the esteemed French perfume-making tradition, this collection pays homage to the merger of these two distinct worlds.

Perfume-making has been an integral part of human history, and the Attars Collection by Amouage is a testament to the enduring legacy of this art. Drawing inspiration from the 10th-century tradition of perfume making, the house has crafted two captivating fragrances that transport the wearer on a sensory journey through time and space.

Amouage Santal Sohar Attar review

Amouage Santal Sohar Attar & Karine Vinchon-Spehner courtesy of the brand

 Amouage Santal Sohar is the seventh addition to the Attars Collection, is a tribute to the enchanting city of Sohar on the coastal north of Oman. With its roots in the rich Omani culture, Santal Sohar beautifully captures the essence of precious woods delicately shaved by hand. The fragrance emanates a warm and woody aroma, intertwining sandalwood, rose and clove. Karine Vinchon-Spehner, the master perfumer behind this creation, skillfully combines these precious ingredients, evoking the spirit of Sohar’s coastal landscape and the meticulous craftsmanship that has been passed down through generations.

Notes: Basil, rose, clove, sandalwood.

Elise Benat of Firmenich

Collage of Amouage Amber Sogara & Elise Benat of Firmenich images courtesy of Amouage.

Number 8, Amouage Amber Sogara, takes its inspiration from a remote region along the incense route. The fragrance is a harmonious blend of contrasting elements, much like the untouched mountains where it draws its inspiration. Elise Benat, the talented perfumer, hiked through this breathtaking landscape alongside Renaud Salmon, and the scents and textures they encountered provided the foundation for Amber Sogara. This attar embraces the mystique of the incense route, transporting the wearer to a realm untouched for centuries. The fragrance oscillates between warm and cool tones, entwining notes of aldehydes, rose and amber, creating a captivating olfactory experience reminiscent of a sparkling spark in the night.

Notes: Aldehydes, rose centifolia, ambrette.

Amouage Santal Sohar and Amouage Amber Sagara are not merely perfumes; they are bridges between cultures, a testament to the universal language of scent. By merging the traditions of Omani and French perfumery, Amouage creates an olfactory symphony that resonates with fragrance connoisseurs around the world.

Sogara and Soha in Oman

Images of location Sogara and Sohar, courtesy of the brand.

Chief Creative Officer Renaud Salmon, with his unwavering dedication to the art of perfumery, has curated a collection that celebrates the rich heritage of both Oman and France. Through his meticulous attention to detail, Salmon has ensured that both Amouage Santal Sohar and Amber Sogara in this Attars collection are masterpieces, encapsulating the essence of the cultures that inspired them.

The Attars Collection number 7 and number 8: Amouage Santal Sohar and Amber Sogara, are not merely scents to be worn but transformative experiences that transport the wearer on a voyage through time and cultural heritage. These attars are a testament to the enduring power of perfume and its ability to evoke emotions, memories, and a sense of connection to our shared human history.

Karl Topham UK Ambassador & Senior Editor.

Amouage Attars 7 and 8 Sample Set by Karl

Thanks to Amouage and two team members, we have one Amouage  Attars Santal Sohar and Amouage Amber Sogara discovery set for one ÇaFleureBon registered reader in the USA or UK only. If you are not sure if you are registered, click here (you must register on our site, or your entry will be invalid). To be eligible, please leave a comment about what appeals to you about Karl’s reviews of the new attars. Draw closes 6/24/2023

Please read Michael Devine’s reviews of Amouage Oud Ulya and Saffron Hamra Attars here, Rachel Watson’s take on Orris Waken and Incense Rori Attars here and Lauryn’s review of Rose Aqor Attar here

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25 comments

  • sjmin209 says:

    Santal Sohar sounds particualrly appealing: clove & sandalwood. I’m curious how the basil fits in. In the USA

  • maryl says:

    Greetings from the UK. As an avid fragrance enthusiast, I would love to explore these attars and experience firsthand the harmonious blend of Omani and French influences. I commend the perfumers who have brought this fusion to life.

  • castlemicro says:

    Hello from Florida, and thank you to Karl for the review! I’ve tried (and greatly enjoyed) Amouage’s Saffron Hamra Attar, and would love to also give these two a try. Amber Sogara, in particular, sounds beautiful.

  • Freddie says:

    I own oud ulya and bought the sample set after. My favorite is vanilla barka
    Amber Sogara fascinates me as the perfumer hiked with the creative director on the incense trail
    USA

  • Teresa C says:

    The simplicity of the notes telling the complexity of the experience indicated in the review make these sound like an experience to savor! Also, the bottles are gorgeous.

  • moorhawk says:

    One aspect I appreciate about the article is the attention given to the perfumers behind these creations. The review acknowledges Karine Vinchon-Spehner and Elise Benat, the master perfumers responsible for crafting Santal Sohar and Amber Sogara, respectively. Their skillful combination of precious ingredients and their ability to evoke the essence of the landscapes and cultural heritage they draw inspiration from is commendable. Additionally, the article acknowledges Chief Creative Officer Renaud Salmon’s dedication to the art of perfumery and his curation of a collection that celebrates the rich heritage of both Oman and France. This recognition of the creative minds behind the fragrances adds depth and authenticity to the overall narrative. Thanks for the draw. USA

  • Amaziz89 says:

    Santal Sohar is the seventh addition to the Attars Collection, is a tribute to the enchanting city of Sohar on the coastal north of Oman. With its roots in the rich Omani culture, Santal Sohar beautifully captures the essence of precious woods delicately shaved by hand. The fragrance emanates a warm and woody aroma, intertwining sandalwood, rose and clove. Karine Vinchon-Spehner, the master perfumer behind this creation, skillfully combines these precious ingredients, evoking the spirit of Sohar’s coastal landscape and the meticulous craftsmanship that has been passed down through generations.

    Notes: Basil, rose, clove, sandalwood. I am intrigued by the notes especially Rose and Sandalwood this sounds like a magical blend. I am really intrigued how it blend with your skin chemistry. I have not tried anything from this line. Thanks a million from the UK

  • Amaziz89 says:

    amber, creating a captivating olfactory experience reminiscent of a sparkling spark in the night.

    Notes: Aldehydes, rose centifolia, ambrette. The simplicity of the notes sounds great especially Rose centifolia and ambrette this has really piqued my interest. Thanks a lot from the United Kingdom

  • joshuabrian says:

    They both doing great. Would love to smell Amber Sogara with the aldehydes and rose. Surely smells fantastic. Thanks for the opportunity. From USA.

  • johnmadison says:

    Thank you for the review, Karl!
    I find both Santal Sahar and Amber Sogara very appealing as I find myself fond of all the notes listed. Santal Sahar especially captures my interest with its note of basil paired with the clove and sandalwood…This sounds very interesting and would love to get my nose on it.
    Cheers.
    John – Minnesota, USA

  • Annika says:

    I’ve recently dipped my olfactory toes (nose?) into attars and I really enjoy the complexity and purity of that type of fragrance. The fusion of the fragrance heritage of Oman and France is ably demonstrated in both Amouage Sohar and Amber Sogara. The clove and sandalwood notes in Sohar and the aldehydes and ambrette in Amber Sogara are both infused with a lovely rose note. I’m in the US

  • banjarmasin says:

    Sounds interesting. Strange that they’re going with a rather pared down note listing for the new attars.
    USA

  • rmsssss says:

    Rose is one of my favorite notes, and I love this pairing of attars with a darker take with sandalwood and clove and a lighter take with aldehydes and ambrette. I would love a chance to try them! I’m in MN, USA

  • Regis Monkton says:

    So far, I’ve tried at least a few fragrances from Amouage, and I can honestly say that they are one of my favorite fragrance companies. I’ve been intrigued to try their attars, but I haven’t had a chance to do that yet. I’m very interested in trying the attar “Santal Sohar” because I love cloves. I like Karl’s description when he says: “Santal Sohar beautifully captures the essence of precious woods delicately shaved by hand. The fragrance emanates a warm and woody aroma, intertwining sandalwood, rose and clove.” I hope to experience these attars, and I would like to see what Karl means when he says: “The Attars Collection number 7 and number 8: Amouage Santal Sohar and Amber Sogara are not merely scents to be worn but transformative experiences that transport the wearer on a voyage through time and cultural heritage. These attars are a testament to the enduring power of perfume and its ability to evoke emotions, memories, and a sense of connection to our shared human history.” I live in the U.S.A.

  • moisesst says:

    I enjoyed reading about the perfumers’ inspirations for creating these attars. Closing your eyes and using your imagination as you sniff, knowing the inspiration for a fragrance does feel transportive. I can already imagine climbing the mountain where Roses famously grow, all that is left is to smell it.
    Cheers from Illinois, USA!

  • Caliwas says:

    Outstanding review by Karl of Amouage Attars . Karl says that the Attars, “are not merely scents to be worn but transformative experiences that transport the wearer on a voyage through time and cultural heritage.” Which is awesome to hear because I believe that a fragrance should evoke memories and previous journeys through life. Thanks for the giveaway. Greetings from the USA.

  • mmerline says:

    I have very little experience with attars, so I always like reading about them here, including the compositional trends I’ve noticed in modern ones. In the case of Amouage’s Attars Collection, there’s a conscious attempt to merge two historical perfumery traditions. Both have surprisingly narrow focus with simple, precise notes list that I expect make the most of good materials. I’m curious about the sandalwood in Amouage Santal Sohar; is it one type of sandalwood or a medley? Amber Sogara sounds a little more dynamic and textured, though I like a woody perfume that revels in those textures. Both attars sound elegant. Thanks for the review, Karl.

    I’m in the midwest, USA.

  • amanna says:

    I love attars but have yet to try any from Amouage. The idea of making a bridge between the histories of Arabic perfumery and French perfumery isn’t new, but the specificity of citing particular cities in Oman as inspiration and the attention to detail sounds like it pushes these two installments above the rest.
    I am particularly interested in Santal Sohar as I love the way traditional attars can capture the essence of precious woods in a way no other medium (save, perhaps, heating the wood chips!) can. Adding clove and basil to the classic sandalwood-rose scent sounds like it could add a unique sparkle to the top end!
    Greetings from NJ, USA.

  • Christie says:

    This is exciting! I haven’t heard about this launch and to be honest, I’ve never tried an attar. What appeals to me is the merging of Omani and French perfumery. I like that idea. Reading all the notes in Santal Sohar and Amber Sogara makes me think I would be entertained for hours wearing them. Like chapters in a book.

    Thanks to Karl for his thoughts on these and thank you for the giveaway. I’m in the USA.

  • mdellaroc says:

    I’ve never tried an attar, but what better attar to try than one from Amouage! I too wish to be transported through time and culture (but safely from the comforts of my own home). In maryland

  • Torax says:

    Amazing review by Karl!
    I am a huge fan aof Amouage, being Royal Tabbaco my favorite one yet so far. This Attar colleaction is something amazing and something I really neead in my life.
    What appealed me the most is Amber Sogara Attar. I love that it takes inspiration from untouched mountainas. Also love that Amber Sogara embraces the spirit of incense. Just amazing.
    Would love to win this discovery set.
    USA here.

  • sav17 says:

    Amouage is one of my favorite houses, so I would love to try their two newest attars. Santal Sohar sounds very beautiful with its notes of rose, clove, and sandalwood. Amber Sogara sounds equally gorgeous; I’m especially intrigued by Karl’s comment about it oscillating between warm and cool tones. Both of the attars truly sound like transformative experiences. Thank you, Karl, for the reviews, and thank you to Amouage and two team members for the giveaway. I am located in the USA.

  • James Okpare says:

    An aspect of the article that I find admirable is the emphasis placed on recognizing the perfumers behind these fragrances. The review highlights Karine Vinchon-Spehner and Elise Benat, the master perfumers who skillfully crafted Santal Sohar and Amber Sogara. Their expertise in blending exquisite ingredients and capturing the essence of the landscapes and cultural heritage that inspire them is truly praiseworthy.

  • foreverscents says:

    I have heard so many wonderful things about traveling in Oman, particularly the scent memories that the traveler goes home with. I like that these fragrances pay respect to both European and Middle Eastern traditions. I love anything with sandalwood, so Amouage Sohar sounds particularly beguiling to me.
    I live in the USA.