The note unfolds with a profound, grounding woody essence, immediately evoking the sturdy core of a living thing. It possesses a dry, slightly rough, and sometimes powdery texture, reminiscent of aged timber. There's an initial firmness, an almost austere woodiness, followed by subtle hints of the tree's fruit-bearing nature – a whisper of dried apple peel, a ghost of stone fruit skin, or a faint, sweet sap. This isn't the vibrant, juicy sweetness of ripe fruit, but rather the muted, earthy sweetness residing within the very fiber of the tree. Its intensity is moderate but persistent, often providing a sturdy backbone to a composition. It projects with a quiet confidence, rather than a bold declaration, creating an intimate aura. Its longevity is excellent, settling deep into the skin and lingering for many hours, firmly establishing itself as a heart or, more commonly, a base note.