Fortress Custom Crush

Fortress Custom Crush

Custom Crush + Alternating Proprietor Services – Turnkey Winemaking in Paso Robles

Fortress Custom Crush is now accepting new clients for the upcoming harvest season. Located just off Highway 46 West in Paso Robles, Fortress offers a full-service, premium custom crush experience with scalability from 1 to 200+ tons, top-tier equipment (Puleo bladder presses, Carlsen destemmers, jacketed stainless tanks, concrete and oak fermenters), full lab services, compliance tracking via Vintrace, and expert support from grape to glass. Helmed by acclaimed winemaker Jeremy Leffert—whose team has produced over 48 wines rated 94+ points—Fortress specializes in high-touch service, AP support, and sustainability-focused operations. In addition to being able to define specific protocols for each lot, custom crush clients will also have the option to access The Anderson, a new collaborative tasting and events venue. Whether launching a private label or scaling production, Fortress Custom Crush offers the professional partnership, precision, and flexibility to bring your winemaking vision to life. Reach out today for competitive pricing and to reserve your space in advance of the harvest season, space is filling up.