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Wafting on the Heritage Trail

he exotic world of perfumery is no stranger to heritage and legacy. Warmly ensconced in the scented pages of history, buffeted by rich traditions and expert craftsmanship, the art of perfume making has been searing hearts since our ancients realised that a scent can capture a glorious moment in time as ardently as an annotation of history. The delicate skill of balancing art and craft, scent and science is a journey that has employed generations of honed and refined skills to master perfume making. The result: an olfactory composition that can stir, sway and alter a person’s mind

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