Au.ra or rip.off?

The offer of a 30 year old brandy called Au.ra from Van Ryn for R14,000 plus VAT may appeal to plutocrats. But for that money you can fly to Bairrada and buy a 50 year old brandy for E250 (R3385) including VAT and still have some loot left over for leitao.

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I tasted the Caves Sao Joao spirit distilled in 1965 yesterday and can report it is creamy, fruity and exuding finesse. A total steal at the price.