Wine Shops of Munich

Sourcing wine is like this blog, the focus is not on grocery stores and their wines. But sometimes it is. Karstadt, a department store near the main station, has managed to add that small shop element with the woman who offers wine tastings on some late afternoons. She's been doing this job for several years and always has several wines open. She's also generous with the tasting. So, of course, she generally manages to find the right wine for me on the right day. And they are clever, 12 bottles for the price of 11 - and free delivery for any combination of purchases over 100 euro. I'm set for Tempranillo now for awhile. 😍

Urban Bottle hit the Casper scene about the same time I did. Located downtown in the old Yellowstone district. When my parents were young, this part of town was pretty rough and tumble, but the city has recognized the importance of maintaining a safe and business-friendly downtown.  Google Map Urban Bottle has a modern, urban vibe, super friendly staff, and a great selection of imported and American wines as well as beers (imported and domestic), and harder alcohols, including locally distilled gins and whiskeys. The owners are wine lovers, and the selection rotates enough to keep every visit interesting. I'm spoiled by the prices of wine in Europe. Wine is, in general, overpriced for me in Wyoming and I can actually find the same Argentinian Malbec or any Californian wine for a better price in Europe.  But on the other hand, the creative names and labels on American wines are starting to grow on me.