The Crusher Pinot Noir 2017

Earthy notes dominate, showcasing the Clarksburg terroir and creating more nuanced complexity. Bright acidity and a touch of minerality frame this fruit-driven wine. Lively on the palate with a nice toasty finish, this fuller-bodied Pinot Noir lends itself to a bevy of food-pairing opportunities. Try pairing with veal ragu and porcini mushrooms, a hot Italian sandwich on ciabatta bread, or a simple margherita pizza.

98% Pinot Noir, 2% Merlot. Vinted and bottled by Don Sebastiani & Sons. The Crusher wines are a testament to an enduring partnership between the winemaking tradition of the Sebastiani family and the Wilsons, a respected grape-growing family with deep roots in Clarksburg, California. Fittingly named for the point in the winemaking process where the fruit of one family's labors literally gives way to those of the other, The Crusher wines highlight the vibrancy and beauty of the fruit produced in the up-and-coming Clarksburg appellation.