Exsanguinated is gorgeous, refined, and dangerous; I primarily get fruit and wine upon application, which is beautiful on its own, but then the roses and mahogany emerge, giving it depth and complexity. The notes work together in haunting harmonies -- I can pick them out, but they seem like they belong there together. Despite the vampiric feel, I find this scent to be warm, and I find that to be more fitting -- what vampire drinks cold blood?
This is thankfully a fragrance in which my skin does not amp the dragon's blood to a point where it's all I can smell! It's a nice background note, lending that warmth to the blend.
I use just enough of this fragrance on only my wrists so that it is more secret and intimate, which is how I prefer it. Even so, it has excellent longevity, despite my nonstop handwashing.