# Woodgrained Vino Cases The David Linley 'Tantalus' Will Tantalize Your Guests By Amanda Chang | Published 2010-12-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-linley-tantalus References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/david-linley-s-tantalus-in-macassar-ebony-and-walnut/) & [davidlinley](http://www.davidlinley.com/Bar/Tantalus-in-Macassar-ebony-and-walnut/invt/61018) To have a beautiful selection of delicious alcoholic beverages is one thing, but to have an equally gorgeous [woodgrained storage casing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheval-blanc) like the David Linley 'Tantalus' case is quite another. Another 'tantalizing' creation from the talented Linley, the 'Tantalus' is designed with a lockable Macassar ebony and stained walnut case. Furthermore, it is equipped with nickel-plated detailing and an engravable sterling silver plaque to add that personal touch. With two [lead crystal decanters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/505-edition-branson) to complete the set, the David Linley 'Tantalus' will set you back approximately $3,715 (about £2360). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Woodgrained Storage Casings:** Opportunity to design and produce high-end storage casings with woodgrain finishes for various products, such as alcoholic beverages. - **Lockable Luxury Cases:** Potential for creating lockable cases with luxurious materials and customizable features for storing valuable items. - **Personalized Engravable Plaques:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to offer personalized engravable plaques for products, adding a unique and customizable touch. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Alcoholic Beverages:** The luxury alcoholic beverages industry can benefit from offering premium storage casings that enhance the presentation and preservation of their products. - **High-end Collectibles:** The high-end collectibles industry can explore the market for lockable luxury cases to cater to collectors who value both security and aesthetic appeal. - **Customizable Gifting:** Opportunity for the customizable gifting industry to offer personalized engravable plaques as an option for customers seeking unique and personalized gifts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Rare Whiskey Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dekant-acclaim-collection.md) - [Suitcase-Like Bottle Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-rimowa-one-bottle-case.md) - [Metallic Mixologist Case Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rimowa-x-robbe-berking-cocktail-case.md) - [Sculptural Whiskey Bottle Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kengo-kuma-1.md) - [Luxurious Whisky Home Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ashley-stark-home.md) - [Customizable Wine Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegant-wine-cabinet.md) - [Luxurious Wine Storage Suitcases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vinaluminum-wine-suitcase.md) - [Limited-Edition Winery Luggage Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silver-oak-wines-x-paravel-aviator-trunk.md) - [Wine Cask-Aged Spirits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pursuit-of-passion-wine-cask-collection.md)