Valentino Noir Absolu Oud Essence is a woody oriental musk for men and women. This heavenly musk with strong scents can be worn alone or used side by side with other Valentino fragrances. The scent is a harmonious blend of spicy notes in the opening, dissolving into oudy, leathery and sweet accords in the base. Valentino Noir Absolu. Oud Essence is warm, rich, captivating and refined.