Jordi Fernandez

Jordi Fernández is a senior perfumer at Givaudan, one of the world’s leading fragrance and flavor companies. Born and raised in Catalonia, Spain, Jordi was drawn to the art of perfumery at a young age. Unlike many perfumers who follow a traditional path by studying at the ISIPCA perfume school in Versailles, Jordi is a self-taught perfumer.

Jordi began his perfumery career at Eurofragrance, a family-owned fragrance company based in Barcelona. There, he quickly established himself as a talented and creative perfumer with a deep understanding of the science behind fragrance formulation. However, Jordi was eager to broaden his horizons and work with some of the world’s top luxury brands.

In 2010, Jordi joined Givaudan, where he has since collaborated with numerous high-end fragrance brands including Montblanc, Carolina Herrera, Versace and Dolce Fiore, among others. Jordi’s expertise in traditional Middle Eastern perfumery has earned him a reputation as a master of oud and other exotic scents. He has spent many years immersing himself in Middle Eastern culture, meeting people and visiting places to gain a deep understanding of the scent preferences and traditions of the region.

Jordi’s versatility as a perfumer is evident in his ability to create scents in a variety of genres. From minimalist to opulent, his style is versatile and he is equally comfortable composing fragrances for men and women. His minimalist style is showcased in Montblanc Explorer, his most popular fragrance to date, which he developed in collaboration with Antoine Maisondieu and Olivier Pescheux. The scent is characterized by notes of bergamot, vetiver and patchouli and has been widely praised for its elegant simplicity.

Company: Givaudan