Private Label · Essential Oils
Penhaligon's
Quercus
fresh · 1996
Quercus by Penhaligons is a Chypre composition, first introduced in 1996. The opening unfolds with Amalfi Lemon, Bergamot, Lime, Mandarin Orange. At the heart, Cardamom, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley take shape. The drydown settles into Amber, Galbanum, Musk, Oakmoss, Sandalwood. Presented in the Ecnargarf atelier library for private-label development and scent referencing.
Composition
The Wear
Three scent chapters — Opening, Heart, Drydown — every note given the same stage.
Scent family fresh
Opening
First impression — bright, volatile, the greeting.
Heart
The character that settles after the first minutes.
Drydown
What remains on skin — depth, warmth, memory.