Ernest Beau is one of the most outstanding talents of French perfumery. A native of the Russian Empire of French origin, he revolutionized the world of perfume. The creator of Chanel No.5 not only created a legend in the world of fragrances, but also went through a difficult life path. In his lifetime there were two wars, a revolution in Russia and emigration to France. What did the perfumer have to go through? How did Ernest Beaux meet Coco Chanel? How was the personal life of the talented perfume master? What inspired him to create the fragrance and how is it connected with Russia? In his main brainchild, Chanel No.5, he captured the unforgettable aroma of northern nature, leaving a mark not only in the history of perfumery, but also creating one of the symbols of world culture.