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Sauvage Extrait: a woodier direction for Dior

Dior puts Vietnamese oud at the centre of its Sauvage Extrait. Here is what the official announcement confirms—and what still needs a skin test.

What Dior has announced

Dior presents Sauvage Extrait as a denser, wood-focused interpretation by Francis Kurkdjian. The official description names Vietnamese oud, Indonesian patchouli, Madagascan vetiver and Virginia cedarwood, with bergamot and lavender in the opening.

What to look for when sampling

The useful comparison is not simply whether this is stronger. Compare the opening, the character of the woods and the late dry-down against the Sauvage you already know. Keep the number of sprays consistent and record when you test each sample.

Claims versus experience

Dior describes extended wear and a 42-day maturation and maceration process. Those are the house’s claims, not results from a ZUBYR wear test. We have not established a precise wear duration, Singapore stock position or local launch date.

Before you buy in Singapore

Check the exact concentration and bottle size with the local retailer. Availability on the US website does not establish Singapore availability. Sample first if animalic woods are unfamiliar to you.

THE ZUBYR PARFUMS PERSPECTIVE

At ZUBYR PARFUMS, this release is a useful starting point for a conversation about the kind of woods you enjoy. Bring the words you respond to—dry, creamy, smoky or leathery—into a personalised fragrance brief. They are more useful than asking for “something strong”.

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Questions, answered

Have you tested Sauvage Extrait?

No. This article summarises the official announcement and offers a sampling framework, not a wear-test verdict.

Sources & editorial note

Dior: Sauvage Extrait official product page

Sources checked on 2026-09-30. AI-assisted editorial. Brand announcements are reported as claims; this is not a hands-on review.