40 Knots by Xerjoff is a unisex Eau de Parfum that captures the feeling of open water—salty air, sun-warmed skin, and sleek woods in a refined, yacht-club style. 

Part of Xerjoff’s Join the Club collection, the brand intentionally keeps the ingredient list undisclosed, inviting you to experience the scent through its marine-woody impression rather than a published note pyramid. On skin, it reads as a fresh, salty aquatic with green nuances and a smooth, woody backbone that feels clean, polished, and quietly luxurious. 

Bottle Description: A faceted, gradient deep-blue bottle that fades toward clear glass, finished with a gold-toned emblem plaque and sculpted gold cap—bold, nautical, and collectible.

At Perfumes LA, we recommend it for warm-weather days, resort trips, and anyone who wants an elevated marine scent with a smooth woody finish.

Key Notes

Note disclosure varies by retailer; Xerjoff does not publicly list notes for Join the Club fragrances.

Top Notes: Sea water, Salt 

Heart Notes: Green notes 

Base Notes: Cedar, Woody notes 

Fragrance Profile

  • Scent Type/Family: Aromatic Aquatic 
  • Gender: Unisex
  • Longevity: Above-average (varies by skin and climate) 
  • Sillage: Moderate to strong (noticeable, not a guarantee) 
  • Launch Year: 2012 

Why You Should Buy

  • Luxury “salt-air + woods” signature that feels clean and elevated 
  • Join the Club exclusivity—crafted for experience, not a published formula 
  • Versatile: daytime fresh, yet polished enough for evening
  • Distinctly marine without turning overly sharp—smooth, refined drydown
  • Collectible 50 ml (1.7 oz) size for gifting or building a niche wardrobe
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