The note unfolds as a remarkably dry and textural presence, evoking the sensation of finely milled wood dust settling softly. It possesses an initial sharp, almost splintery dryness that quickly mellows into a warm, inviting earthiness. Unlike green woods, it lacks any sap or verdant freshness; instead, it speaks of aged timber, of fibers exposed and air-dried. There's a subtle, inherent sweetness, akin to the faint vanilla undertone found in certain woods like sandalwood or cedar, but it is never saccharine. Its projection is typically moderate, acting more as a grounding, structural element than a soaring top note. It performs beautifully as a heart or, more commonly, a base note, lending significant longevity and a comforting, enveloping warmth that lingers on the skin. The texture it suggests is powdery, yet coarse, dry, and slightly aromatic, never cloying or heavy.