L.T. Piver 
Cuir de Russie 
Eau de Parfum 100 ml 
 
A friction of leather, enhanced with amber and woody nuances. 
 
By 1892, the renowned Russian leather—whose origins date back to the 16th century—was widely praised for its durability and quality. Legend has it that soldiers treated leather with birch tar to make it waterproof. This practice gave birth to the leather note in perfumery, characterized by smoky, woody, and leathery aromas.
 
Perfumer’s Inspiration  
The elegance of French perfumery, dedicated to the unparalleled strength of Russian leather. 
 
Main Accords: Leather, cardamom, patchouli. 
 
Top notes 
Bergamot, Mandarin, Cardamon 
Heart notes 
Coriander, Lavender, Clove, Nutmeg, Cumin, Thyme 
Base notes 
Leather, Patchouli, Cedar 
 
More about Cuir de Russie 
• Cuir de Russie is inspired by a legendary leather linked to the 1786 shipwreck of the Metta Catharina. 
• Cuir de Russie is tanned using bark baths, which influence the olfactory notes of the fragrance. 
 
An Ancient and Unique Formula 
This precious knowledge was passed down to us by the illustrious Louis-Toussaint Piver, who, in his relentless quest for excellence, developed a unique manufacturing formula — a closely guarded secret of the house, unmatched to this day. 
 
Drawer Maturation Process 
Each fragrance, composed of over 100 natural ingredients, matures slowly over 3 to 4 months using theirartisanal drawer maturation technique. This traditional process allows the ingredients to blend harmoniously, creating fragrances with remarkable depth and perfect stability. Committed to sustainable perfumery, L.T. Piver limits the use of solvents and prioritize natural raw materials, sourced primarily from Grasse and Italy.