Our take
What does Eau Sauvage Extrême smell like?
Dior launched Eau Sauvage Extrême in 1984 as an eau de toilette concentrée. The idea was simple: keep the citrus spirit of the 1966 Eau Sauvage and give it more body. The opening brings back lemon and bergamot with basil. A touch of patchouli shows up within minutes and darkens the picture. The heart mixes jasmine, coriander and bay, with sandalwood adding softness. The base is where the difference lies. This is where the concentration shows. Oakmoss, patchouli and amber bring a warmth the original never chased. Next to Eau Sauvage, brighter and more lemony, Extrême feels ambery and mature. This version has since vanished. Its perfumer is not firmly documented. Dior reused the name in 2010 for a different perfume, so the 1984 Extrême now mostly turns up as vintage stock.
When to wear it
It keeps the range of a citrus scent, from office to dinner. With a vintage bottle, check the top notes first, as they age badly.
It belongs to the Citrus, Aromatic family. Eau Sauvage Extrême is one of 56 creations by Dior in our encyclopedia.
