Kevin Krone

Kevin grew up taking advantage of the Colorado mountains, frequently skiing, hiking or fly fishing. Ski racing took him to St. Michael's College in Burlington, Vermont, where he was able to study Biology and Chemistry and gain valuable lab skills. After 18+ years devoted to skiing/ ski coaching, he made the life changing decision to work as a Harvest Intern in the Willamette Valley of Oregon. Processing and fermenting Pinots everyday piqued his curiosity and confirmed his passion for wine. He followed the fall season down to Gisborne, New Zealand where he worked in a large scale wine lab throughout the 2020 harvest. Upon return to Colorado he began working in Palisade while enrolled in the Viticulture and Enology program at Western Colorado Community College. He gained valuable work experience while also honing his wine making skills in school. He is thrilled to be crafting exciting Colorado wine in the Gunnison Valley with so many outdoor activities accessible.

Fun Facts: Kevin has skied 212 straight months and counting.

Personal Interests: Skiing, hiking, fly fishing, reading, mountain biking, rafting, and WINE

Favorite Ski Area: Taos Ski Valley

Best mountain biking trail name? PBR - Pumps Bumps and Rollers

Coolest wine varietal? and why- Gewurztraminer. I really enjoy the spice component of the grape and it creates a distinctive, interesting, and fun wine.

What vine looks the best in the fall? Pinot Noir

What wine grapes do you like eating most? Syrah

If you could go to any wine region what would it be and why? Mendoza. The setting of beautiful vineyards under stunning mountains is particularly appealing. Getting to explore Malbecs, Torrontes, and other Mendoza specialties would be a treat.