by Tauer Perfumes
Pentachord Auburn Tauer is a starkly linear, synthetic fragrance dominated by a highly prominent tobacco note. It opens with a sweet, fruity orange blossom and sharp cinnamon, but quickly settles into a persistent, dry tobacco core that lingers with minimal evolution. While some find its boldness compelling and deeply evocative—bringing to mind old wooden chests, pipe smoke, or industrial interiors others describe it as overwhelming, metallic, or even nauseating, resembling wet cardboard, plastic, or moldy warehouses. The scent maintains moderate to strong sillage, projects well from the start, and shows exceptional longevity, lingering on the skin for over 24 hours. It performs best in autumn and winter, though its sillage makes it unsuitable for casual daytime wear or close proximity settings. Despite its synthetic character and minimal complexity, it holds intense interest for those drawn to avant-garde or experimental perfumes. Its minimalism and longevity trump any complaints about its dominance, making it a polarizing, art-focused scent rather than a conventional fragranced perfume.