Aristia: Sarmate • Lubin

$160 ~~$320~~ In stock

House Lubin
Released 2019
Perfumer Thomas Fontaine & Delphine Thierry
Fragrance Family Woody Resinous
Notes davana, angelica, nutmeg, saffron, myrrh, styrax, leather, Atlas cedar, oud

Description At the end of the Roman Empire, the Sarmatians were on the front line of every battle, exposed, solid, and fearless. Their glittering metal armor protected them and their mounts from enemy arrows, making them almost invincible. This wall of metal giants would then slowly move towards the enemy. The smell of sweat and leather from the horses combined with the scent of heady balms used to make their manes shine. Then the cavalry would charge, making a formidable noise, carried along by an irresistible and devastating force.

Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Amelia ★★★★★ Aug 22, 2026

The woody resinous base really carries through for hours—that styrax and leather combo feels warm without ever turning cloying. I’ve gotten three compliments by midday just from the drydown.

George V. ★★★★★ Aug 21, 2026

The davana and nutmeg hit bright up front, but it’s that styrax and leather combo that keeps pulling me back for another sniff. Wore it to a dinner party and got three unsolicited compliments before dessert arrived.

Matthew ★★★★★ Aug 17, 2026

The davana and saffron open up with a spicy brightness that mellows into a warm, leathery cedar dry-down — it's lasted a solid eight hours on my skin. That myrrh-styrax combo gives it a resinous depth that feels both ancient and modern. Absolutely worth it for anyone who likes complex woody scents.