Tiny Ojai Valley operation cranking out decadent Rhône-style wines in laughably limited quantities, so you'll need to actually hunt for a bottle. Nikolas and Julia Krankl make seriously perfumed,…
Fingers Crossed focuses on Syrah. Signature bottles include 2018 Syrah 'Off The Record' (100 points), 2022 Syrah 'Life and Death' (100 points); 96+ rated wines by Jeb Dunnuck. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Fingers Crossed is in 226 W. Ojai Avenue Suite 101-183 Ojai, CA, in the Central Coast wine region. Phone: 805-500-5373. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Fingers Crossed was established in 2017, giving the estate 9 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Fingers Crossed is led by Nikolas Krankl, Julia Krankl. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Named one of Jeb Dunnuck's Top Wines of 2020, 2023, 2025; Decanter's 30 Top Buys American Syrah 2024; Robert Parker Wine Advocate's Top 100 Wine Discoveries 2020; James Suckling's Top 100 USA Wines 2024; recognized by Lisa Perotti Brown, Antonio Galloni, James Suckling, Jeb Dunnuck, Erin Brooks
Location
226 W. Ojai Avenue Suite 101-183 Ojai, CA, United States of America
