CHEVERNY

Nestled in the heart of the Loire Valley, the Château de Cheverny (pronounced shehv-ehr-nee) stands proudly among centuries-old deciduous trees and towering conifers, surrounded by meticulously designed formal French gardens and a sprawling English-style park. This majestic, still-lived-in residence has not only captivated visitors with its timeless beauty but also inspired the chateau in The Adventures of Tintin, with its architecture and grandeur reflecting elements of the iconic Palais du Luxembourg in Paris. Hunting has been an enduring tradition at Cheverny for centuries, with vènerie—the noble sport of hunting roe deer and boar using hounds—forming an integral part of the château's legacy. Today, the estate is home to a renowned pack of over 120 Anglo-French hounds, cared for with a deep commitment to the tradition of the chase. With such a deep connection to the natural world—its ancient trees, rich hunting heritage, and exceptional autumnal displays—it seemed only fitting to craft a fragrance that embodies the essence of this storied estate.

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By placing ourselves at Cheverny, we designed a complex scent using plant-based essential oils and compounds that includes Indian papyrus, golden amber, and rich spices to evoke the animalic nature of the hounds, the woody and earthy elements of the many giant linden, sequoia, and cedar, and the comforting warmth of rich interiors, colorful gardens, and other seasonal splendors.

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Come on a chase with us to the leisure gardens of Cheverny as we indulge in the richness of an animalic amber blur as we begin the hunt.