By: LA Perkel
The golden, viscous liquid being poured into a glass looked decadent. As each of us reached for our glass and took a sip, a unanimous “ahhhh” can be heard around the bar area. The 1995 Lamy-Pillot Montrachet is in prime drinking window. We all instinctively started swaying and shaking; this wine was perfection inspiring the “Montrachet shake” moniker. With Amy Winehouse’s The Girl from Ipanema in the background, we swirled, sniffed, and tasted this luscious, complex, and elegant wine. Toasty, spicy, floral, with grilled hazelnuts, brown butter, buttered popcorn, and mushroom undertones. Creamy and rich palate, amazing depth, and impressively balanced. The luscious texture was complemented by spice and persistent acidity. Very long finish.
