The Silk Road: On the road, again!

The Silk Road

Read about the wandering of Sonoma County winemaster Kerry Damskey. First up: a trip to Nasik, India to check on the vineyards. Vineyards in India??? That's right. Nearly 10 years ago, Kerry was thrilled to find the optimum growing region for grapes in India and has since developed a love of the Nasik region. Come along for sights, smells, tastes and new friends...

About Me

Name: Kerry Damskey

Location: Sonoma County, California,

Dubbed the "Wandering Winemaker" by friends, Kerry Damskey has been infusing his love of the land and adventure into every aspect of life. From leading whitewater rafting tours to hiking up the face of Mt. Whitney, Kerry believes in the terroir of the soul. Winemaking is the passion fusion of Kerry's scientific mind and adventurous heart. He is joined on this journey by his wife Daisy.

Monday, May 01, 2006

On the road, again!

Heading to Nasik, India tomorrow morning. Doing my last minute checks on vineyards around the county. I am the winemaker for my own brand, Palmeri Wines, as well as the consulting winemaker for several other Sonoma County wineries. Dutcher Crossing is one of them and we had a phenomenal turnout for this weekend's Passport to Dry Creek. WOW! It is so gratifiying to hear the responses to the wines we've developed. Anyway, have to run, still need to pick up a book for the looong plane trip. Any suggestions?

9 Comments:

Anonymous said...: What a great way to see the world of flavors, sights and sounds through an international winemakers travels. Please let us know how your adventures in India impact your approach to winemaking and blending; Mon May 01, 02:09:00 PM PDT
Anonymous said...: buon voyage! Are the processes in the winemaking industry more challenging in India? Will we see Indian wines on our shelves any time soon? safe travel's.; Mon May 01, 08:13:00 PM PDT
Anonymous said...: Are you going to have a chance to climb any of the peaks in India?; Mon May 01, 10:00:00 PM PDT
wandering winemaker said...: Comments From Kerry: Alas, the high mts are in the north and we are outside of Bombay. Someday, someday, I will not rush home and hike the mts. I would love to do that and I love to hike. My highest peak is only Mt Whitney which was a great one, coming in from the back side with my son Drew and Drew's Godfather and his son.; Wed May 03, 04:39:00 AM PDT
wandering winemaker said...: I'll talk a lot about the blending of the wines and how they taste to me in comparison to the wines of California, Washington State and Australia.

With regards to where Sula wines sell in the US, they are there and nationally distributed. You just have to look ... or ask me and I can find out.; Wed May 03, 04:42:00 AM PDT
Anonymous said...: What happened to the blog? We miss your adventures!; Fri May 26, 03:20:00 PM PDT
Anonymous said...: "From leading whitewater rafting tours at age 16"?
You are truly an amazing person. Now tell me, which rivers did you lead these whitewater tours on?; Mon Jul 03, 03:24:00 AM PDT
Anonymous said...: Wow, I am so impressed with the whole Indian wine making world. Please tell me a litle more about Palmeri wines, are they made in India? Please let me know where to buy Palmeri wines. Do you make a white?; Sat May 19, 08:57:00 PM PDT
Anonymous said...: Hey, Where is the winemaker? We are watching for more adventures!; Fri Jun 29, 12:30:00 PM PDT