Bal à Versailles by Jean Desprez is a Amber fragrance for women. Bal à Versailles was launched in 1962. The nose behind this fragrance is Jean Desprez. Top notes are Bulgarian Rose, Rose, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Neroli, Rosemary, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Cassia and Lemon; middle notes are Leather, Sandalwood, Orris Root, Patchouli, Ylang-Ylang, Lilac, Vetiver and Lily-of-the-Valley; base notes are Civet, resins, Tolu Balsam, Amber, Benzoin, Vanilla, Musk and Cedar.

This women's fragrance opens with woody rosemary and fragrant neroli, giving way to earthy, yet botanical orris root in the heart. Rare benzoin and animalistic civet give this scent a musky feel that makes it luxurious choice for black tie affairs and evenings in the city.