Ritchey Wine Saloon

Lovingly restored building steeped in history, the Ritchey Wine Salon is a refuge from classic downtown living. Across the tracks from the heart of Alpine, its Murphy Street location sets it apart in a more relaxed and artsy neighborhood. Their selection of wines is eye opening andpleasing to the taste buds. The bar tender is well versed in his trade, quick-witted and a joy to converse with (to say nothing of his vast knowledge of his libations - but not in a stuffy way). Worth the walk/drive across the tracks - and be sure to enjoy your drinks on the patio out back, or the salon upstairs.

It's the people, primarily. Those behind the bar and those customers you will meet. We have had a diverse and interesting series of conversations with local and formerly local residents - geology, archeology, original ranchers, musicians, the occasional golden retriever. Excellent wine and beer selections. First place I head to on our visits to Alpine.