Michael Malul Wood + Cardamom - Decant

Wood + Cardamom is more floral than its name lets on, and that's what makes it good. Italian bergamot, cardamom pod, and crisp apple open bright and juicy, then violet leaves, damask rose, and ambrox take over with a creamy, slightly powdery heart. Sandalwood, earthy woods, and musk anchor the base. The apple-rose-sandalwood trio is the real story — balanced, a little sweet, and considerably more elegant than a straight spice-and-wood reading would suggest. Composed by Hamid Merati-Kashani and released in 2024 as part of Michael Malul's "+" collection. Marketed toward men, but reviewers consistently call it perfectly unisex, and several name it the best thing the house makes. Performance is a strong point — ten-plus hours with good projection comes up often. Best in fall and winter. One note if you're comparing listings elsewhere: some third-party retailers publish a completely different note breakdown for this. The pyramid below comes from Michael Malul directly. Full bottles are 3.4 oz and run about $140. Hand-filled 5ml from an authentic bottle — around 60+ sprays. Top: Italian Bergamot, Cardamom Pod, Crisp Apple Heart: Violet Leaves, Damask Rose, Ambrox Base: Sandalwood, Earthy Woods, Musk