Well, the DHL eagle has landed last night and dropped off the magnificent Sultan Afnan. Immediately it is apparent that this is an Oud of immense depth. To my nose, it is definitely slanted toward the base olfactory spectrum in such a delicious way, yet in no way does the base overpower the heart and top. There are so many notes than come through that it will take many wearings to sort them out. There is an surprising but unmistakable Brunei component, along with burning kinam notes reminiscent of Vietnamese oud. Throughout is a very smooth sweetness intermingled with bright oceanic notes. OMG, I just can't even believe this creation. This is on a level of mastery which clearly puts it at the top of Artisinal Oud. Just an amazing achievement.