The note unfolds with an initial sharp, almost bracing bitterness, akin to the first taste of a sophisticated herbal tonic or an ancient root unearthed from damp soil. It possesses a profoundly earthy and mineralic quality, a 'cold' greenness that eschews verdant lushness for something more austere and grounding. There's an undeniable rooty depth, sometimes with a subtle, leathery nuance or a dry, hay-like whisper that emerges as it settles. Its texture is almost tactile, evoking something raw, slightly dusty, and utterly unpolished. Projection is typically moderate but persistent, clinging to the skin with quiet tenacity. It rarely announces itself with a flourish but rather embeds itself as a foundational element. As it evolves, the initial sharpness mellows into a more diffused, almost melancholic earthiness, remaining a distinct presence. It generally functions as a heart note, providing structure and a unique herbaceous spine, or a deep heart leading into the base.