The note unfolds as a profoundly dry, ethereal, and subtly smoky presence, immediately evoking a sense of ancient gravitas. It carries the crisp, mineralic coolness of aged stone, interwoven with the warm, resinous balsamic facets of frankincense. Initially, there might be a fleeting, almost lemony brightness, a signature of the purest olibanum, which quickly transitions into a heart of woody austerity. Imagine dry cedar planks, perhaps a hint of petrichor, and the clean, almost austere aroma of sacred smoke. Its texture is powdery and smooth, yet with an underlying ruggedness, reminiscent of bark or dried resins. Projection is often moderate but creates an expansive, almost hallowed aura, while its longevity is exceptional, particularly as a base note. It is typically a heart or base note, providing an anchor of dignified calm and a contemplative depth to any composition. The scent can feel simultaneously airy and deeply grounding, leaning towards cool austerity rather than a heavy warmth, providing a profound, almost spiritual cleanliness.