This new season scent promises to evoke the explorer in all of us

We find blue all around us. Whether at home or on holiday, we’re constantly surrounded by the shade’s serene comforts. Above in the sky or beneath in the unexplored ocean, atop the ice-covered peaks of Queenstown’s slopes or reflecting in the expansive Lake Taupo, it’s a brooding symbol of calm. It’s also the shade of this season’s coveted fragrance for men, Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue.

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- A travelling pouch inspired from the world of exploration in actual leather, blue and textured to echo the iconic Montblanc Saffiano.

- A 100ml fragrance and aluminium flask to relay the adventuring spirit of the new fragrance as well as the passion of the brand for exploration.

The timely release, in line with a fresh season—and Father’s Day—is more than deserving of a place in your spring olfactory wardrobe. With warmer and longer days on the horizon, adventures beckon, and Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue is just the irresistible invitation we needed to embrace our adventurous spirit.

First launched in 2019, it’s the newest addition to the Montblanc Explorer line, a tribute to the Maison’s passion for exploration and heritage as a trusted travel companion to explorers for nearly 115 years. Fast-forward to today, Montblanc Explorer, has been embraced by a new generation of adventurers, challenging conventions and looking to leave their mark on the world.

The scent

Three world travellers and exceptionally talented noses—Givaudan’s Jordi Fernandez , Olivier Pescheux, and Antoine Maisondieu—come together to develop an original scent befitting for today’s explorer. Encapsulating the essence of nature, the result is a distinctive citrus, woody and marine blend. It harnesses zesty top notes, Italian bergamot and citrus, with a touch of pink peppercorn to deliver a fresh, spicy note with woody qualities. At its heart is marine accord, while citrus and airy notes evoke the freshness of southern sojourns. The clincher is a singular patchouli of the finest quality exclusively crafted for Montblanc. Cleared from the usual dark earth facets it naturally comes with, this patchouli is then masterfully combined with refined woods giving it an earthy and rich base, with leathery notes.

The bottle

Of course the vessel is equally striking. Unlike fashion and jewellery which is tangible and visible to the eye, fragrance is only experienced through our sense of smell. The bottle is a celebration of the beauty that lies within. Like the scent, it’s crafted with equal consideration, with Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue leaning into the Maison’s long tradition of European craftsmanship.

Assembled by hand in the Maison’s Pelleteria in Florence, the bottle’s Ultra Blue leather-like protective sheath is embellished with the elegant Saffiano motif used on Montblanc leather creations since 1926, and decorated with the Montblanc emblem crafted in Montblanc’s Hamburg manufacture. The polished white metal engineering gear cap on the bottle is elegantly engraved with “Montblanc Explorer”.  With the greatest care and attention to detail in design and quality, the bottle’s thick glass base reveals the iconic Montblanc star representing the six glacial slopes creating the snowy peak of the mountain. Its ingenious design is thoughtfully moulded to give the olfactory art form visual splendour.

The story

With Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue, the Maison writes an exciting new chapter in the Explorer adventure. An invitation to embark on an unforgettable expedition, it captures our innate desire to chase wide-open spaces, mountain lakes, and the pure freshness of the deep blue of nature. Appealing to the ‘Ultra Blue man’, he who wears it is confident, determined and always focused on his next adventure.

Whether for you—or a lucky recipient this Father’s Day—Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue is an irrepressible vibrant scent for the season that lies ahead.

Montblanc Explorer Ultra Blue is available now here

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