2010 Pierre Gonon Saint-Joseph, Rhone, France

What it is: Saint-Joseph from Pierre Gonon — the benchmark traditionalist of the Northern Rhône — in the great 2010 vintage. Whole-cluster Syrah of the old school.

Who it's for: Northern Rhône lovers; Gonon from top vintages is increasingly hard to find.

Taste: Black olive, smoked meat, violets, and dark berries with savory depth and resolved tannins.

Pair with: Game, cassoulet, ribeye. Decant an hour.

Details: 2010 vintage · 750ml · Saint-Joseph, Northern Rhône, France · 100% Syrah.

Collector bottle — extremely limited.