10 Best Places for 55+ Wine Lovers

Put your feet up, put some light jazz music on and relax with a glass of wine. Nothing says “this is the living” more than a full-bodied glass of wine. More and more Americans are enjoying wine with their meals or perhaps a glass just to relax and enjoy the sunset. Is this you? If so, consider retiring to wine-producing regions where you can sample really good wines on a regular basis. So we thought we should bring you the 10 Best Wine Producing Regions to consider for retirement.  To your health…

1. Clemmons, NC – North Carolina is famous for its annual Wine Festival. Some of the best wines, from your favorite North Carolina wineries and vineyards, can be sampled for just around $30. Approximately 400 acres of land, in North Carolina, are devoted to vineyards.
2. Georgetown, Texas – This is another Active Adult Living where you can taste, swirl and sip wines of various flavors and types. Georgetown has 24 wineries and a number of wine bars in downtown Georgetown offer wine tasting. Sample or purchase some of the best Texas-made wines here. Austin with its big city lifestyle and culinary delights is just a half-hour away from Georgetown.
3. Grand Junction, Colorado – This is Colorado’s largest wine industry. The Grand Valley area produces some of the best quality wines, and you have the ability to try out many of the wineries and vineyards located in and around the area, especially during the Grand Valley Winery Association Spring Barrel Tasting every spring.
4. Ithaca, NY – This is one of America’s top wine destinations. Finger Lakes, has over 100 wineries and microbreweries scattered throughout the region. Rolling hills and lakeside settings and an eclectic array of wines, especially the award-winning Rieslings are some of the attractions you can expect if you retire to Ithaca, New York.
5. Jefferson City, MO – The state’s capital is the best place, in Missouri, for great food, great entertainment, and, of course, great wines. Expect to sample expertly crafted wines from the deepest, most complex dry red to beautifully perfumed, sweet white wines only in Jefferson City.
6. Napa, California – Where would we be without mentioning the wines of Napa? This is America’s most popular wine-growing region and offers you a number of vineyards and wineries. Top this off with breathtaking views of picturesque rolling hills and renowned restaurants and you’ve got yourself the perfect retirement destination.
7. Leesburg, VA – This historic town is the gateway to DC’s Wine Country. There are a number of wineries located along the perimeter of Leesburg. Get ready to expose yourself to an amazing wine-tasting experience unlike any other. From Chardonnay to Bordeaux to Merlot to just about any wine you prefer can be found in Leesburg.
8. Portland, Oregon – The Willamette Valley, Portland, Oregon has more than 300 wineries and is well-known for its Pinot Noir. The month of May is dedicated to celebrating Oregon wines, and there are a number of other events that enable you to sample or purchase and enjoy every drop of wine you have ever wished to taste.
9. Santa Rosa, California – Some of the greatest wineries can be found in the heart of Sonoma County in Santa Rosa. Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon are some of the leading wines on the list. These wines, some great seafood, and gorgeous views can be enjoyed in many of the tasting rooms.
10. Seattle, Washington – This beautiful, cosmopolitan city is one of the best Washington wine destinations. Don’t just sample wine in a Seattle bar, rent a car and spend a few days visiting the 35 wineries and more than 80 acres of vineyards for a great wine-tasting experience.

Now you have it; the 10 best places for wine lovers to retire. If you need any help with retirement communities in and around these places, you should visit our website ActiveAdultLiving.com®. This website provides you with an in-depth look at some of the best active lifestyle communities in the US.