The Rarest Breath of the Forest. In the world of high-end perfumery and incense, time is the ultimate artisan. The MiYA Store is honored to present a selection that defies the modern market: the Nagaland Kalakassi Vintage 50-Year Hindi Agarwood Chips. Sourced from heritage trees on the Nagaland-Kadamtala border, this wood represents 50 years of biological maturation, resulting in a profile so rich it defies standard classification.
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This is not just incense; it is a vintage "Kalakassi" specimen—a term reserved for the most complex, oil-saturated Hindi wood that provides a multi-layered symphony of scent even at room temperature.
1. The Terroir: The Nagaland-Kadamtala Synergy
The border region between Nagaland and Tripura is legendary for its "Sweet Hindi" profile. While other Hindi ouds are known for their animalic strength, the Kalakassi vintage leans into a sophisticated, gourmand complexity.
The 50-Year Maturation: Over five decades, the resin within these Aquilaria Malaccensis trees has broken down and reformed into a stable, oil-rich state.
The "Cold" Scent: Unlike younger wood, you do not need to burn these chips to smell them. Simply opening the container releases a natural fragrance of honey and dried fruits.
2. The Olfactory Pyramid: A Gourmand Symphony
While typical Hindi oud is leathery, the 50-Year Kalakassi offers a "Sweet-Fruity-Leathery-Nutty" profile that unfolds in three distinct stages:
The Top: An immediate burst of Honey and Caramel sweetness.
The Heart: A transition into Fruit Leather and Roasted Nuts—deep, savory, and incredibly smooth.
The Base: A lingering Balsamic warmth that can stay in a room’s atmosphere for several days from a single session.
3. Visual Perfection: "Bubbling" Resin Chunks
The physical quality of the Nagaland Kalakassi is immediately apparent upon inspection.
Morphology: These are flat-cut, perfectly cleaned chunks designed for collector appreciation.
The "Bubble" Effect: When placed on a low-heat burner (Subitism or Mica), the oil content is so high that the resin literally "bubbles" and sizzles, releasing a thick, luxurious vapor that is entirely free of acrid wood smoke.
4. Technical Specifications: The Vintage Standard
| Specification | Details |
| Product Name | MiYA Nagaland Kalakassi 50-Year Vintage |
| Vintage Age | 50-Year Tree Maturity |
| Origin | Nagaland-Kadamtala Border, Tripura |
| Oil Saturation | Full Saturation (Visible Resin Flow) |
| Aroma Profile | Sweet-Fruity, Leathery, Nutty, Caramel |
| Best Burning Method | Subitism (120-190°C) or Charcoal with Mica |
| Diffusion | Room-Temperature + 12-Hour Active Burn |
| Compliance | CITES & TRC Documented |
5. The Collector’s Choice: Kodo and Ceremony
Because of its immense complexity and lack of "harshness," the 50-Year Vintage is the preferred choice for Kodo ceremonies (the Japanese Way of Incense) and high-level meditation.
Subitism Optimization: This wood performs best under precisely controlled low heat, allowing the delicate fruity and honeyed notes to vaporize before the deeper leathery notes take over.
Heritage Status: These pieces are often acquired as "Heritage" investments, held in private vaults by royal families and elite collectors worldwide.
6. Worldwide CITES & TRC Security
Transporting 50-year vintage wood across borders requires professional handling. The MiYA Store provides Museum-Grade Packaging and full CITES Export Permits. Our documentation ensures that your vintage investment is recognized by customs authorities worldwide as a legal, traceable, and premium plantation product.
7. Conclusion: A Fragrance That Lingers in History
The Nagaland Kalakassi 50-Year Vintage is more than a product—it is a sensory record of half a century of Indian forestry. For the connoisseur who has experienced everything else, this is the destination. It is the ultimate expression of the MiYA standard.
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