Ombre Mercure Terry De Gunzburg

Fragrance Story

Ombre Mercure by Terry de Gunzburg is a Floral fragrance for women. Ombre Mercure was launched in 2012. Ombre Mercure was created by Jacques Fleury, Arthur Le Tourneur d'Ison, Karine Vinchon Spehner and Sidonie Lancesseur. Top note is Violet Leaf; middle notes are Violet, Orris Root, Iris, Ylang-Ylang, Rose and Jasmine; base notes are Benzoin, Sandalwood, Vanilla and Patchouli.

Composition Profile

powdery 100%
iris 85%
woody 70%
violet 60%
earthy 50%
warm spicy 40%
amber 35%
vanilla 30%
ozonic 25%
floral 20%

About the Perfumer

Arthur Le Tourneur d'Ison

Arthur Le Tourneur d'Ison

Arthur Le Tourneur d'Ison is a French perfumer trained at Givaudan's prestigious school, where he developed a refined approach to composition. His style balances luminous, gourmand accords with darker, mineral undertones, creating contrasts that feel both elegant and unexpected. For Terry de Gunzburg, he crafted the lush, fruity-spiced Flagrant Delice, the smoky, metallic Ombre Mercure, and the powdery-woody Parti Pris, each showcasing his ability to weave texture and depth. His work continues to influence contemporary niche perfumery through its sophisticated, narrative-driven blends.

Fragrance Notes

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Violet Leaf Violet Leaf

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Violet Violet
Orris Root Orris Root
Iris Iris
Ylang-Ylang Ylang-Ylang
Rose Rose
Jasmine Jasmine

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Benzoin Benzoin
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Vanilla Vanilla
Patchouli Patchouli
Unique Character

Ombre Mercure Terry De Gunzburg by Terry de Gunzburg offers a distinctive olfactory experience that stands out from other fragrances in its category.

Artisanal Creation

Crafted with the finest ingredients and a blend of traditional and modern perfumery techniques, this fragrance represents the pinnacle of the perfumer's art.

Signature Style

Ombre Mercure Terry De Gunzburg embodies the distinctive style of Terry de Gunzburg while adding a unique chapter to their fragrance portfolio.

Character Profile

Ombre Mercure Terry De Gunzburg is Ideal For

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