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Virginia is one of America’s wine countries and the Roanoke Valley has plenty of vineyards and wineries. Some of these vineyards are more than 200 years old. The fertile soil and mild weather of the Blue Ridge Mountains were ideal for growing grapes even back in Thomas Jefferson’s day.

Today, there are family run vineyards all over the Roanoke Valley and many are producing award winning wines. Experience quality wines made with old world techniques on The Wine Trail of Botetourt County.  Roanoke Valley wineries offer tours, tasting and special events all year long.

This is the season for enjoying the outdoors in Roanoke. Fresh air and delicious wine make it a perfect experience. The wineries place a special emphasis on quality wines made with old-world techniques.  You will find wines that cover the spectrum, from a light sweet white to a full bodied red. The Wine Trail of Botetourt features three quaint, family-run vineyards with tastings, tours, and special events.

WestWind  Apartments are conveniently located close to downtown  Roanoke and just a short drive from the Blue Ridge Mountains. If you live in an apartment in Roanoke, VA go wine tasting.

Relocating to Roanoke, VA will allow you to nurture your adventurous outdoors side as well as your chic and cosmopolitan side. The City of Roanoke has been recognized regionally and nationally for its outstanding quality of life.  And did you know that in 2010, Roanoke was voted Number 2 in Kiplinger’s Best Cities Reader’s Poll award.

Right near the Blue Ridge Mountains, Roanoke, VA is a great urban center with arts, shopping, entertainment and culture. But then, don’t go too far, and there are gorgeous views, country inns, outdoor adventures and hiking trails. Alongside urban and chic destinations there is also an abundance of nature in Roanoke: 69 parks, 5 greenways, Carvin’s Cove, the nearby Blue Ridge Parkway and the Appalachian Trail. If you are relocating to an apartment in Roanoke, VA, consider WestWind Apartment Homes. 

So if you are a hiker, or sports fanatic, enjoy nightlife or a good restaurant you will love Roanoke and the WestWind Apartment Homes.  Whether you are seeking the active life or a quite retreat, WestWind Apartment in Roanoke's location is hard to beat. The apartment community is located only minutes away from Downtown Roanoke.