Our story
Wine made for sharing.
A little about the person and the place behind Crush Winery.
Meet Arnie
Arnie Schloemann is an owner and winemaker of Crush Winery, with nearly four decades of hands-on winemaking experience.
An active leader in the American Wine Society, Arnie serves as a local chapter chair, Regional Ambassador, and member of both the Marketing and Membership Committees. His wines have earned multiple awards in the Winemaker Magazine International Wine Competition and American Wine Society competitions, including Best of Show honors.
Arnie has a passion for pairing wine with food and loves sharing his knowledge and experience with others. You'll often find Arnie right at the winery, ready to answer questions, recommend a wine, or help you find the perfect pairing. Whether you're a curious first-time wine drinker or a longtime enthusiast, his goal is simple: to make wine approachable, memorable, and, most importantly, fun.
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