Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum
A crystalline extrait that opens with bitter almond and saffron, settles into jasmine-and-cedar polish, and finishes with a radiant ambergris-musk trail.
Perfumer: Francis Kurkdjian
Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum
A crystalline extrait that opens with bitter almond and saffron, settles into jasmine-and-cedar polish, and finishes with a radiant ambergris-musk trail.
Scent Development and Character
Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait de Parfum is a denser, brighter take on the signature amber-woody style: bitter almond and saffron lift the opening with a sparkling, slightly sweet edge, while Egyptian jasmine and cedar soften the center into a polished floral-woody sheen. The drydown is long and radiant, where ambergris, woods, and musk create a transparent yet substantial trail with warmth, clarity, and a crystalline glow.
Who It Is For and When to Wear It
This is a high-impact extrait that performs best in cooler weather, evenings, and formal or special-occasion settings. A light application is usually sufficient, and it wears well when kept close to the skin or on clothing for a more refined trail. Best in autumn and winter, with some use on cool spring evenings. Sillage is Strong sillage with a polished, luminous trail rather than a bluntly loud cloud. Longevity is Very long-lasting, typically projecting through a full day on skin with extended presence on fabric.
Perfumer and Bottle
Released in 2017, this is presented as Extrait de Parfum and credited to Francis Kurkdjian. A geometric clear Baccarat-inspired flacon with a deeper amber-toned juice for the extrait version.
