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Chene(2004)

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Serge Lutens’ Chêne (2004) is an austere, unisex woody perfume that evokes an aged oak forest.

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Brand

Serge Lutens

Launched

2004

Serge Lutens’ Chêne (2004) is an austere, unisex woody perfume that evokes an aged oak forest. Its opening bursts with fresh oak and birch, quickly giving way to a rich, smoky rum accord that thickens into a warm, leathery base of beeswax and tonka bean. The subtle spice of caraway and thyme lingers, making the scent both earthy and slightly sweet, a signature “oak‑barrel” experience that has earned Chêne a reputation as one of the house’s most memorable creations.

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