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Santos

1981 · For men · Spicy

Santos by Cartier was launched in 1981, a spicy fragrance for men. Its accord profile is led by fresh spicy, aromatic and woody. Key notes: Pepper, Nutmeg and Vetiver.

At a glance

Dominant accordsfresh spicy, aromatic, woody
Key notesPepper, Nutmeg, Vetiver, Rosemary
Community rating4.22/5 from 1,216 votes

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Accord profile

fresh spicy24%aromatic21%woody19%warm spicy13%lavender11%powdery11%

Note pyramid

Top, heart and base notes as recorded for this composition. Each note links to every other fragrance in the database that uses it.

About this fragrance

Written from the structured record above — note pyramid, accord weights, perfumer credit and era.

Santos by Cartier, launched in 1981, is a classic Oriental Woody masculine that opens with a brisk, aromatic burst of lavender, basil, juniper berries, lemon verbena, bergamot, galbanum, and neroli. This fresh, spicy introduction quickly gives way to a complex heart of pepper, nutmeg, vetiver, rosemary, geranium, cloves, and clary sage, adding depth and a subtle warmth. The base of galbanum, carnation, neroli, patchouli, and sandalwood (listed as 'san') provides a lasting, woody, and slightly powdery finish. The fragrance is characterized by its fresh spicy and aromatic accords, with woody and warm spicy nuances. It suits collectors who appreciate traditional, well-blended masculine scents with a vintage character. Ideal for formal or evening wear, Santos exudes a timeless, sophisticated aura that remains distinctive decades after its release.

中文簡介

卡地亞 Santos 於1981年推出,屬東方木質男香。前調以薰衣草、羅勒、杜松子、檸檬馬鞭草、佛手柑、白松香和橙花油展開,清新振奮;中調轉為胡椒、肉荳蔻、岩蘭草、迷迭香、天竺葵、丁香和鼠尾草,辛香與草本交織;基調以白松香、康乃馨、橙花油、廣藿香和檀香收結,木質底蘊略帶粉感。整體以清新辛辣和芳香為主,適合追求經典復古男士香水的收藏家。氣質成熟穩重,適合正式場合或晚間使用,展現歷久彌新的魅力。

Reference data

HouseCartier
NameSantos
Launched1981
Marketed asFor men
Dominant familySpicy
Notes recorded19
Accords6

Quick answers

Short factual answers compiled from the structured record above.

What are the notes in Santos?

Santos by Cartier: top notes are Lavender, Basil, Juniper Berries, Lemon Verbena, Bergamot, Galbanum and Neroli; heart notes are Pepper, Nutmeg, Vetiver, Rosemary, Geranium, Cloves and Clary Sage; base notes are Galbanum, Carnation, Neroli, Patchouli and San.

What accords does Santos have?

The dominant accords recorded for Santos are fresh spicy (100.0%); aromatic (87.6%); woody (78.5%); warm spicy (54.5%); lavender (47.3%).

When was Santos launched?

Santos by Cartier was first released in 1981.

What does Santos smell like?

Santos is recorded as a spicy fragrance, centred on Pepper, Nutmeg and Vetiver.

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