This is an actual receipt from Nello's in New York City. The customer was Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, who had no problem dropping 47k on food and drinks for himself and five other people.
Not the finest vintage, but it makes up for its acrid bouquet with a totally adorable finish.
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/06/16/health/16alco.html?part...
Maybe moderate drinkers are just healthier to begin with.
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