A modern take on woody and leather fragrances with a fresh herbal finish.
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Upstate Hibernate invites you to slow down and settle into the quiet comforts of the season. Inspired by weekends spent in secluded cabins across Upstate New York, this fragrance captures the feeling of retreating indoors while winter lingers just beyond the windows. Warm wood interiors, worn leather furniture, and the unmistakable aroma of herbs drifting from the kitchen create a space that feels calm, grounded, and deeply restorative.
Creamy sandalwood forms the heart of the fragrance, bringing a smooth, velvety warmth that feels both familiar and refined. Rich leather adds depth without overwhelming the composition, evoking the character of a well-loved reading chair or heirloom travel bag. Fresh rosemary introduces an aromatic lift that recalls herbs crisping beside a wood-fired meal, while cooling wintergreen moves quietly through the blend like fresh air carried in from the surrounding forest. Together, the notes balance warmth with freshness, creating a fragrance that feels inviting rather than heavy.
Designed for those who gravitate toward modern woody scents with an aromatic edge, Upstate Hibernate feels equally at home in contemporary interiors and rustic retreats.
Top notes: rosemary and wintergreen
Middle notes: leather
Base notes: sandalwood
Fragrance family: woody, aromatic, leather
Scent profile: warm, woody, herbal, cozy, fresh, grounded
The 10-ounce candle comes in a beautiful green glass vessel with a white label and black metal lid. Estimated burn time is 60 hours. Packaged in a foil-embossed box for easy gifting.
*Selected by Condé Nast Traveler as one of its "Best Holiday Gifts."
All Poured New York candles are handmade in Upstate New York using the finest quality, single-note origin perfume oils sourced from around the world. They are vegan, phthalate-free, non-toxic, and are IFRA-certified. Made with a plant-based, additive-free soy and coconut wax blend that's paired with eco cotton wicks for a clean, even burn. Their packaging is created using traditional embossing techniques in original designs that mimic the fragrance's personality.
