Richwood

Bought a full bottle of Richwood after trying a sample and falling in love. It's the most opulent scent by far in my little collection. Picture an old castle up on a hill, filled with massive libraries and old wealth, baking in the low afternoon sun. Strong and funky, important to give it some time to develop. Very earthy, woody, slightly sweet. The heart notes almost "moisten" the dry sandalwood in the base if that makes sense. I limit myself to one or two sprays because it can absolutely fill a room. The longevity on clothes is also crazy. My wife leaned in to give me a hug while I was wearing this and it followed her into the next room where she could smell it 15 minutes later. She's not a fan (unfortunately) but I get that it's not for everyone. I wear it for myself when I want to feel adventurous. As a side note, I wore this for 3 days on a safari during our honeymoon in South Africa and the smell always takes me back to that. Felt like I blended into the environment.

Richwood is a standout fragrance from Xerjoff and a true masterpiece in the history of perfumery. It boasts an incredibly luxurious scent—distinctly different from anything else out there—and offers excellent performance (sillage, projection, and longevity). Only true fragrance connoisseurs can fully appreciate it.

Odd ball, got this in few days ago and testing it for 2 days now. It has this unusual and very usual smell to it that I can't seem to pinpoint. I do smell something aromatic, slightly sweet - I suspect it is the rose and it smells a bit old rose type of scent. Like imagine rose and light cinnamon - that is what i mean, a bit dusty. As it progresses it becomes sweeter but never cloying, the only thing is that sweetness has something tart in it, it can be jarring. What surprised me was that there was slight soapiness in the drydown, very slight but it is there for my nose. None of the top notes are the in your face citruses, they are very muted. The mid overtakes immediately and the top notes play secondary line. I wanted to try this because of the raving reviews and when I saw it for 300 euros even at discounters I got curious as to what made it so expensive. Definitely not for me, I can see the appeal but I can't say I enjoy it. Before anyone comes for me, I ordered the sample from Xerjoff directly (4 options chosen by me - zefiro, louis 15, black moonlight and richwood).. so the sample is not fake.

I'm selling mine because I have something similar to it😩 but it smells so good. If you're interested message me. I'm selling the 3.4 full size, completely full and extremely affordable.

A scent that grew on me quickly to the point it’s become so addictive where when I wear it I’m constantly smelling myself. Definitely for formal occasions, where it gives you a vintage feel of upper class. Smell stays around on clothes for a very long time, but sillage isn’t the best out there.

@amanda0727 they do or did offer the 15ml of Richwood. I bought mine last year. Check Xerjoff website. Indeed is a wonderful scent.

Amazing! Why does no one talk about this? The opening is very similar to most rose patchouli fragrances out there but the rose fades very quickly and almost completely and it quickly dries down to a powdery patchouli musky goodness that has traces of citrus lingering. I am a certified patch hater but the patchouli in this is so amazing and not dirt like. I have been on a quest to find the perfect patchouli fragrance for me and this may be it. Completely unisex to my nose maybe leaning just a very tinsy tiny bit masculine. I just wish they made this in their adorable 15ml size!

It's one of the best patchouli fragrances in the market if not the best. Elegant with a statement, projects really well, deep and luxurious. 9.5/10

Really amazing hidden gem here from Xerjoff. Classy and, to me at least, decidedly masculine. The interplay between the rose and patchouli...chef's kiss.

Richwood is a luxurious patchouli masterpiece and another reminder of why Xerjoff remains one of my favorite fragrance houses. Upon first application, it may come across as a rose-patchouli fragrance, but that impression is short-lived. Within about ten minutes, the rose fades into the background and becomes barely noticeable. What follows is the true magic of Richwood: an exquisite drydown of creamy, clean patchouli blended seamlessly with smooth sandalwood. The result is elegant, refined, and incredibly addictive. The patchouli here is polished and sophisticated, free from any earthy harshness, while the sandalwood adds a beautiful creamy texture that makes the fragrance impossible to stop smelling. I completely fell in love with this perfume. Richwood is a timeless, luxurious composition that showcases patchouli at its absolute best and is undoubtedly one of the standout creations from Xerjoff.

Richwood is one of those "profumes" that, by definition, is a mysterious composition perceived as a single entity. It reminds me directly of a beverage in asia that has vanilla + citruses and is called Cream Soda, the opening is literally that but ofc more elevated- Initially, it's very hard to separate the layers; it feels like a work with in-depth layering that somehow melts all the parts together, not allowing you to really understand which part is where. It places itself above you, almost with a sense of superiority. I don't think I've ever come across a similar work. In other terms, it's an extremely creamy tuberose kind of medicinal patchouli working together with a dark and mature tone of damask rose. It's the first time ever that a rose isn't coming at you, but is working together with black currant to make it creamy. The opening is opulent and sits like a golden layer on you, slowly shifting to this uniform, very creamy French synth that radiates and radiates without ever really losing its power. To me, what makes this work amazing is the fact that it takes Coromandel's classic blueprint and pushes it to the next level, because this Tuberose note isn't present in Coromandel. The other protagonist is obviously the Mysore sandalwood; the sandalwood in here is absolutely beautiful and makes this stand on its own in a way that rarely any scent could. It's clear that it's a key element, and to me personally, it's really the star of the show. Patchouli means green leaves, and this can surely be associated with luxury, as everyone is implying, but in my opinion, the "rich" part is a dedication to sandalwood. It takes sandalwood and makes it rich, like an actual nectar that is elevated with a specific chord combined with Tuberose. Another thing to point out is this shadow of a chocolate vanilla accord that is lurking underneath. This is juxtaposed with an unusual labdanum that always comes back when we want to rebalance the sweetness. Is not chocolate as we think, is a Vanilla earthy acchord that remind you of it. Expensive, overlooked, and maybe even cornered as a copy of Coromandel, Richwood stands on its own, especially because it's a performance beast, it burst even after 4h. It reminds me of Le Lion because it's creating this unique block of elevated smelling juice that you don't want to question; is something very hard to come across a similar work, and Sergio knows that, wich explains the price. I own Zefiro and Richwood, and i consider them the best of their own category. To me is worth the price if you enjoy the profile, because a small spray last all day. Enjoy

In my younger days, it was popular with a certain set to put a dab of patchouli oil on clothing for a particular bohemian vibe. I wore it regularly and loved it. With patchouli-forward fragrances, however, I've not been overly impressed with the ones I have tested. Some strike me as being too earthy for my taste, while others are a bit too chocolatey. And then there are some that alternate between the two extremes: one moment damp earth, the next rich, dark chocolate cake. Reading the list of notes for Richwood before purchasing a test sample, I wasn't concerned to see patchouli listed as a base note. I felt that the other notes in the composition might push the patchouli into the background, where it could play a supporting role. My assumption was wrong! Richwood opens for me with a strong blast of patchouli that is so well blended with the stated opening notes of tangerine, grapefruit, and bergamot that I cannot detect any of them in isolation. At first glance, one might think those notes are absent altogether. However, I suspect they are largely responsible for how refined the patchouli is in its presentation here. To be clear, this is not the same patchouli note I enjoyed in my youth. Richwood's patchouli lacks the sharpness and intensity of the essential oil; instead, it expertly treads the line between earthy and chocolatey. It's just the right balance for my taste. As the fragrance develops, within the first few minutes after application, a sweet, dusty rose note emerges and blends with the patchouli to keep it interesting. Sandalwood in the background adds smoothness. There is a sweetness to the scent too, but it's not sugary. Instead, it's a natural, gentle sweetness. Richwood quickly settles and then is fairly consistent for several hours on my skin, with perfectly weighted patchouli at the forefront, supported mainly by rose and sandalwood. Even at the outset, Richwood has a powdery musk accord, and all that really changes over the time that this is on my skin is that the accord deepens before fading to a skin scent eight to ten hours later. I can see Richwood working well for a dressed-up evening out or equally in relaxed surroundings. It feels more at home in cooler weather, but surprisingly I found that it also works well on summer evenings. In terms of when I would wear it, Richwood occupies a similar space in my collection to Naxos: an elegant, versatile fragrance that feels equally at home dressed up or worn casually. Tested: 1ml decant Seasons / occasions: Typically suited to cooler weather, but surprisingly at home on summer evenings too. It has an air of luxury that makes it feel right for dressed-up occasions, yet it also works in relaxed surroundings. Key thoughts: A patchouli-led alternative to Naxos within the Xerjoff range. Overall rating: 9.5/10 Buy full bottle: Yes

Elegance in a bottle You'll smell like a king Opens up with orange +rose + patchouli and drys down into such an sexy sandalwood scent . 10/10

The hype on this one is a bit exaggerated imho. Sure it's luxurious and expensive smelling and I like it a lot don't get me wrong, but for the price I was expecting more to be honest The notes described are not quite what Im experiencing other than that from the top notes and the patchouli in the base. I get no rose or Cassis at all but maybe they are just meant to support the overall composition. On the other hand I get a prominent clove-ish note in the mid drydown wich makes me think of Bracken Man from Amouage🤔 Overall verdict is good but not great 7.5/10

This is disgusting. And no it’s not a classic 70s scent this is your typical sweet synthetic modern woody scent that everything smells like these days. I sniffed a sample I was given and the stench is stuck on my upper lip wtf yall I hate this

To expensive for a normal parfum. 7/10...

This,with naxos and 40 knots are outstanding,luxurious...but this one is so different,thi iq what fragrance should smell

Xerjoff Richwood smells luxurious, smooth, and undeniably high quality. It delivers a "premium" experience, but it doesn’t justify its high price, as there are better fragrances available for the money.

One of the only xerjoffs I actually like but I would say you must like patchouli to appreciate it

One of the moat luxurious smelling fragrances in the Xerjoff lineup. A beautiful blend of rose, sandalwood and patchouli where the notes enhance and compliment one another. But if you’re sensitive to classic, old school smelling scents, you should probably be cautious since it screams the late 70’s early 80’s to me.

A lovely rose + sandalwood + patchouli. All the positives you can read below but decidedly feminine to my nose. My wife liked it, so the decant moved to her collection.

There’s a danger that somewhere along the journey we start judging things by their ability to shock us. Not necessarily by how bombastic they are, but by subconsciously measuring their greatness by how unique they feel. The trouble in doing so is that if we assess things primarily by their individuality, we’re left with a very small palette of things to appreciate. I guess that’s a long-winded way of saying, you’ve smelt this before. There are touches of Coromandel, but also something reminiscent of Tauer’s work. Maybe even a little of Mxxx or Night Flower from Eris. All great perfumes, I should add, so none of this is meant as criticism. It’s simply hard to talk about something like this without referencing the others that occupy the same space. I don’t get a lot of citrus in the opening. It’s there, but you’d be forgiven for barely noticing it. What immediately strikes a chord instead is the powdery, dusty, chocolatey patchouli, which is the real star of the show. It remains so throughout the wearing experience, supported by a soft and delicate rose that eventually yields to a really gorgeous, creamy sandalwood base. There’s no doubt this is a beautiful perfume, and one that I’m happy to own. Yes, it’s reminiscent of the others I’ve referenced, but also far enough removed to not be redundant.

Açılışı yeni boyanmış veya tutkal dökülmüş odun gibi kokuyor. Açılış gerçekten çok yoğun ve baş ağrıtıcı. İsmiyle tam uyumlu açılıyor devamında ise daha soft ve kremsi bir kokuya evriliyor. Açıkcası kendim aşırı beğenemedim çok şans vermeme rağmen. Fiyat olarak ise gereksiz ve anlamsız derecede pahalı . Yaş olarak ise 40 ve üzeri insanlara uygun olduğunu düşünüyorum yayılım ve kalıcılık ise orta iyi denilebilir.

An absolute masterpiece 10/10, not for under 30 say but it’s blended to perfection. Lasts ages on clothes. I really notice the powder dry but it’s masculine not old lady style. Interested to know how many were produced in the 17/17 range, I hear 500 in both 50ml and 100ml but discounters are selling them and surely they have sold more than 500 units worldwide?? If you’re lucky enough to get a genuine bottle.. enjoy!! 😍

A wonderful deep woody-patchouli fragrance.

I said I would never pay $400+ for a fragrance and $250 would be my highest but what about that gray area of $300? Would I spend that much if I really really liked a perfume? Maybe... I sampled this like I do all other fragrances I'm curious about and it took me to another world. I got lucky and found a tester for $300 for 100ml, mind you a bottle that size for Richwood goes for $400+ everywhere so i pulled the trigger. This fragrance projects like crazy, lasts all day and has such a rich and sophisticated scent. You definitely only pull this out when you want to feel regal. I kept sniffing my wrist to get reminded why I spent that much on a fragrance and each time it keeps reassuring me I made the right decision. Now maybe part of the reason I love this so much is because I have a bias towards woody notes, however, a lot of people must do too because it has a pretty good rating here. I've smelled a bunch of Xerjoffs, Alexander II, 40 knots, Monkey special, Naxos, Urba Pura, etc. but this beats them all by a mile.

Much better than coromandel

Interesting opening before diving into a big dose of rose and patchouli. It's not bad. The notes listed here in fragrantica are not specific, (woody notes, oriental notes) but it's predominantly a rose and patchouli affair on my skin. Not a bad scent, but if I had to select one of the colder weather offerings from Xerjoff, I'd pick Alexandria ll, Ivory Route, or 40 knots over this one. YMMV.

This has to be my favorite xerjoff, wow. This is one of those fragrances that feels luxurious the second it hits skin. The opening is a minty, clean patchouli that normally wouldn’t work for me, but here it’s incredibly smooth and controlled. Very refined. Despite the name, it’s not a pure sandalwood scent. It’s more of a patchouli wood with soft rose and a powdery, elegant drydown. Everything is blended flawlessly, no sharp edges, just a creamy, polished feel throughout. It leans slightly feminine and very upscale. Not loud, not aggressive, but it stays close in a way that feels intentional rather than weak. The quality is undeniable. Going through the luckyscent sample, this one is unique! Seems like my favorite xerjoff so far ! So much that I consider a full bottle

The opening is pretty intense as the patch is loud. It is a bit off putting to my nose. It’s short lived though, once that fades it’s amazing. Love this juice.