2010
2010
Cavallotto 2010 Barolo Riserva Vignolo
Italian Red
Rose and violet rise over ripe black cherry, crushed raspberry, dried herbs and a mineral edge. The palate is concentrated and finely layered, with firm yet velvety tannins carrying anise, liquorice, tobacco and savoury earth. Its structure is powerful but precise, gradually opening to balsamic herbs and warm spice. The finish is long and persistent, balancing depth with classical Nebbiolo lift.
Merryvale Vineyards 2010 Profile Cabernet Sauvignon–Petit Verdot
American Red
Cassis and blackberry open with chocolate, vanilla, cinnamon, smoke and cedar. The palate is dense and full-bodied, its dark fruit framed by ripe, rounded tannins and a polished sense of weight. Black cherry and grilled herbs add savoury definition through the middle. The finish is long and composed, lingering on violets, dark fruit, cedar and measured spice.
Le Clarence de Haut-Brion 2010 Graves
French Wine
Fresh red berries emerge after a little air, joined by cocoa and finely measured spice. The palate opens soft and composed, then gains depth through concentrated fruit and a firm but polished structure. Merlot gives the centre a supple feel, while the Cabernet varieties add shape, freshness and length. The finish is persistent and balanced, carrying red fruit, cocoa and subtle savoury detail with a calm, refined character.
Cain Vineyard & Winery 2010 Cain Concept The Benchland
American Red
Cedar and smoky fig wood frame ripe plum and dark berry fruit, with a savoury undertone that keeps the profile composed. The palate is smooth and generous without feeling heavy, carried by resolving tannins and a measured freshness. Cabernet structure gives the wine its line, while the softer texture of the blend brings breadth and polish. The finish is elegant, mature and quietly persistent.
La Croix de Beaucaillou 2010 Saint-Julien
French Wine
Dark cherry, boysenberry and cassis open with crushed violet, dark plum and a touch of date. The palate is rich and generous, with cigar box, pencil lead, iron and warm spice adding classical Left Bank detail. Firm, integrated tannins give the wine shape, while fresh acidity keeps the finish precise and persistent. Decant before serving with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck or mature cheese.
Douglas Laing Provenance Balblair 8 Year Old 2010 Cask 13291 Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Scottish Whisky
Vanilla ice cream and malted cereal lead, followed by cinnamon, baking spice and a marzipan sweetness. The palate is youthful but well composed, with boiled-sweet notes held in check by warm spice and clean Highland malt. A creamy, gently spiced finish gives the single-cask profile satisfying length. Serve neat or with a few drops of water, alongside shortbread, toasted almonds, apple crumble or a mild, nutty cheese.
Château Pichon Longueville Baron 2010 Pauillac
French Wine
Blackberry, cassis and dark plum are layered with liquorice, charcoal and roasted coffee. The palate is dense and concentrated, with mineral-laden black fruit, velvety tannins and enough freshness to keep its scale composed. Menthol, cocoa, mild spice and a briary note add aromatic detail through the long finish. Decant generously and serve with roast beef, lamb, venison or firm aged cheese.
Elderton 2010 Ashmead Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
Australian Red
Cassis and ripe blackberry lead, with dark chocolate, tea, toast and a subtle savoury note adding complexity. The palate is full-bodied and polished, balancing generous black fruit with crisp acidity and firm, grainy tannins. Refined and persistent through the finish, it is a strong match for roast beef, braised short ribs, hard cheeses or lentil dishes.
Grand Vin de Leoville du Marquis de las Cases 2010
French Red
A monumental Saint-Julien with deep cassis, blackcurrant and plum, joined by cedar, cigar box, graphite, clove and mineral notes. The full-bodied palate is tightly structured, layering powerful dark fruit over firm, finely grained tannins and vibrant acidity. Long and classical through the finish, it deserves a generous decant alongside prime beef, venison or lamb.
Le Vieux Pin 2010 Okanagan Valley Syrah
Canadian Red
Deeply coloured and cool-climate in character, with black peppercorn, savoury grilled herbs and game-meat notes over dark fruit. The palate is elegant and refined rather than heavy, combining bright acidity with firm, structured tannins and layered complexity. A mature, cellar-built Syrah that suits pepper-crusted steak, roast lamb or grilled mushrooms.
Marques de Murrieta Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 2010 Rioja
Spanish Red
Exceptional and highly complex, showing layered aromas of black cherry, cassis and plum alongside dried flowers, cedar, tobacco and subtle balsamic and mineral notes. The palate is elegant yet powerful, with finely etched tannins, vibrant acidity and remarkable depth. Long ageing brings tertiary nuances of leather, spice and tea leaf, leading to a poised, endlessly persistent finish. A benchmark Rioja of outstanding finesse, structure and longevity.
Lopez de Heredia 2010 Vina Bosconia Reserva Rioja
Spanish Red
Forest floor, cigar box and old oak lead the mature aroma, with restrained cinnamon, coconut and vanilla sitting behind the savoury notes. The palate remains fresh and balanced, combining dried red fruit with firm structure and an earthy, polished texture. Its mature character feels composed rather than tired. The finish is long and savoury, carrying tobacco, wood spice and quiet fruit persistence.
Carpineto 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva
Italian Red
Violet and ripe fruit open the aroma, with polished wood adding a measured frame. The palate is dry and harmonious, carrying concentrated fruit through a velvety texture and firm, well-integrated structure. The wine stays composed as it develops. The finish is long and balanced, returning to violet, ripe fruit and gentle wood tones with an elegant, mature sense of proportion.
Ployez-Jacquemart 2010 Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Champagne
French Sparkling
Apple, pear and fresh-baked bread open with hazelnut, flowers, chalk and restrained buttery oak. Deep and full-bodied, the palate combines Chardonnay creaminess with a precise mineral core and elegant mousse. Roasted notes build through the long, bright finish, which remains focused, vivid and impeccably balanced.
De Stefani 2010 Raboso
Italian Red
Intense ruby in colour, with cherry, raspberry and delicate floral notes opening the bouquet. The palate is dry and full, with bright acidity giving the fruit definition and a firm, complete structure carrying the finish. Several months on lees in barrel add measured texture without obscuring freshness. Serve with salami, braised pork, hearty stews or firm aged cheeses.
Henschke 2010/21 Hill Of Grace
Australian Red
Dark crimson with ruby hues. Intensely fragrant aromas of blackberry, Satsuma plum and blueberry are beautifully entwined with freshly crushed violets, anise and exotic five spice. The palate is plush and velvety with decadent layers of mulberry, dark red plum and redcurrant, revealing lingering notes of spice and pepper. The concentrated fruit core is balanced by fine, mature tannins leading to an elegant finish with exceptional length.
Château du Coing de Saint-Fiacre 2010 Vieilles Vignes Muscadet
French White
White fruit, green apple and ripe apricot meet lemon, honey and a distinct saline, iodine note. The palate is generous and rounded, with crisp acidity, fine lees-derived texture and a gentle natural prickle keeping the fruit lively. Flint and oyster-shell minerality carry the long, clean finish. Serve with shellfish, crab or simply prepared fish.
Château La Tour Carnet 2010 Haut-Médoc
French Red
Blackcurrant and blueberry lead with licorice, camphor and toast, followed by blackberry, raspberry coulis and ripe fig. The palate is medium to full-bodied, its generous fruit shaped by polished tannins, fresh acidity and clear definition. Graphite and dark berry detail carry the focused, impressively long finish.
Château La Gaffelière 2010 Saint-Émilion
French Red
Baked raspberry, kirsch and dried mulberry unfold with plum pudding, pencil shavings and forest floor. The palate is medium to full-bodied, layering ripe red, blue and black fruit over savoury earth and crushed-rock detail. Chewy tannins and well-knit freshness give the rich core precision, with an herbal lift on the finish.
Château Le Gay 2010 Pomerol
French Red
Dried mulberry, plum and fig open with cedar, violet and a touch of dark chocolate. The palate is full and concentrated, yet its power is shaped by supple tannins, fresh acidity and clear mineral focus. Black fruit, spice and liquorice carry through a long, polished and impressively balanced finish.