The note unfolds with a profound, multifaceted warmth, reminiscent of sun-baked earth and ancient resins. It possesses a balsamic, rich, and intensely resinous character that can veer from subtly herbaceous at its edges to a deep, leathery heart. Its texture is almost tactile, evoking a sticky, amber-like quality, sometimes slightly powdery or even dusty, akin to dried leaves or old parchment. There's an underlying animalic warmth, often described as castoreum-like, imparting a subtle skank or a lived-in, intimate skin scent that prevents it from being merely sweet. Projection is moderate to strong initially, settling into a long-lasting, resonant sillage that clings beautifully to the skin and fabric. It typically behaves as a robust heart or, more commonly, a foundational base note, slowly revealing its intricate layers over many hours, evolving from its initial dry warmth into a sweeter, more comforting ambered embrace.