Is Grapes natural or synthetic?

A fantasy or concept note, not a single material.

Grapes

AccordFRUITS, VEGETABLES & NUTSfruity · sweet · fresh

HeartPyramid

3/5Strength

—Tenacity

3Origins

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Specimen

Vitis vinifera

Fantasy/Concept

Definition

Grapes offer a juicy, sweet-tart note prized in contemporary use for its fresh, fruity character.

FLORAL SWEET HERBAL FRESH

wine grapes, table grapes

Type: Accord
Olfactive family: Fruity
Subfamily: Classic fruits
Cluster: Grape-wine notes
Source: fruit

Instruments

Pyramid

TTop

HHeart

BBase

3/5Strength

Medium

odour strength

Producing countries

France Italy Spain

Scent

Grapes present a fresh and juicy aroma that is, like a sun-kissed vineyard. The scent is sweet yet slightly tart. When first encountered, the fragrance can be likened to a refreshing glass of grape juice, offering an immediate sense of sweetness and zest.

Scent Evolution

As the scent evolves, it reveals deeper nuances alongside its initial brightness. You may notice subtle hints of floral undertones or a faint herbal quality that grounds the sweetness. This complexity allows grapes to play well with other notes.

Signature Accords

After a day, the scent on a blotter tends to soften, becoming more subdued yet still retaining a pleasant sweetness. It may develop a slightly fermented quality, like wine.

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The Full Story

Grapes, particularly the species Vitis vinifera, have been cultivated for thousands of years, primarily for wine production. Their history is rich, woven into the range of ancient civilizations where they were respected for their pleasant flavor and for their symbolic significance. In perfumery, grapes are known for their juicy, fresh characteristics that carries a sense of vitality and indulgence.

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Origin and Production

Sourcing grapes for fragrance typically involves the extraction of their aromatic compounds from both the skins and the flesh of the fruit. The process is often done through cold pressing or extraction methods that preserve their delicate nature. The sweetness of grapes can vary based on the variety and ripeness.

Chemistry and Scent Profile

In addition to their use in traditional perfumery, grapes are also gaining popularity in niche fragrances. Their ability to works with other fruity andfloral notesmakes them a useful material. Grapes can add a layer of freshness to compositions.

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Extraction & Chemistry

Extraction method

Vitis vinifera extracts (CAS 85594-37-2) exist as cosmetic/flavor ingredients but are not standard perfumery materials. Grape notes in fragrance are recreated using synthetic accords.

Formula: Complex mixture; key aroma: methyl anthranilate (C₈H₉NO₂), linalool (C₁₀H₁₈O)
CAS: 85594-37-2
Botanical: Vitis vinifera
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odour strength: Medium
Synonyms: wine grapes, table grapes

IFRA status

No restriction

No known restrictions

Physical properties

Flash point: 142.00 °F. TCC ( 61.11 °C. ) (est)

In Perfumery

In perfumery, grape notes are often used as heart notes, providing a lively and sweet core to fragrances. They works with other fruity notes like berries and citrus, as well as floral elements such as jasmine or rose. The freshness of grape can also complement gourmand notes, creating a pleasant contrast between sweetness and complexity. Their versatility allows perfumers to create bright compositions that carries a sense of joy and celebration.

Role in the formula

01modifier

02lifting agent

03blender

04freshness

Available as

synthetic accord fantasy note