Coriandre Jean Couturier

Fragrance Story

Coriandre by Jean Couturier is a Chypre fragrance for women. Coriandre was launched in 1973. Coriandre was created by Jacqueline Couturier, Jean-Louis Sieuzac and Gerard Pelpel. Top notes are Coriander, Aldehydes, Angelica, Bergamot and Orange Blossom; middle notes are Rose, Geranium, Violet Root, Ylang-Ylang, Iris, Lily and Jasmine; base notes are Oakmoss, Vetiver, Patchouli, Civet, Musk and Sandalwood.

Composition Profile

aromatic 100%
woody 85%
earthy 70%
mossy 60%
musky 50%
powdery 40%
rose 35%
aldehydic 30%
fresh spicy 25%
soft spicy 20%

About the Perfumer

Gerard Pelpel

Gerard Pelpel

Gerard Pelpel is the perfumer behind Jean Couturier's Coriandre, a classic green floral fragrance launched in 1973. The scent is known for its coriander and oakmoss notes. His work on Coriandre remains a benchmark in chypre perfumery.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Coriander Coriander
Aldehydes Aldehydes
Angelica Angelica
Bergamot Bergamot
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Rose Rose
Geranium Geranium
Violet Root Violet Root
Ylang-Ylang Ylang-Ylang
Iris Iris
Lily Lily
Jasmine Jasmine

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Oakmoss Oakmoss
Vetiver Vetiver
Patchouli Patchouli
Civet Civet
Musk Musk
Sandalwood Sandalwood

Character Profile

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