Weinfeste in Deutschland!

After a satisfying meal on the veranda, Felix, Connie, Tara and I drove to Bodenheim for the annual Wine Festival, St Albansfest. After parking in a remote vineyard we located Karl-Heinz and his girlfriend in the sea of people. Karl-Heinz is one of Felixs closest childhood friends.
(the picture is a bit fuzzy, you can't complain when someone else is taking it though)

Upon entering the Fest, you purchase your first taste of wine (extra for the glass) and from there move you way down the streets to countless booths offering a variety of wines.

The format of the Weinfeste is very similar to agricultural fairs in the Midwest. There is usually some form of music and entertainment. In our case, a German rock band playing classic English hits.

To accompany the serious matter of wine tasting, the festivals also offer the chance to enjoy classic German fare such as sausages, pretzels, cheeses and meats and local specialities such as Kässpätzle (cheese noodles). I'm told that at some festivals held in late June, the delicacy is fresh asparagus – all the tastier when sampled with local white wines!