Today, we are honoured to launch our introductory offer from the hugely exciting Fingers Crossed Winery.

Fingers Crossed is a boutique Californian winery set up by husband-and-wife duo Julia and Nikolas Krankl. Nikolas is the son of Manfred Krankl, the visionary behind the legendary cult wine Sine Qua Non.

What further sets Fingers Crossed apart and makes it truly unique is the inclusion of fruit sourced from the prestigious Bien Nacido Vineyard. This vineyard holds immense historical significance as it was the source of Sine Qua Non's inaugural wine, the renowned "Queen of Spades." With Sine Qua Non no longer sourcing fruit from Bien Nacido Vineyard, the opportunity to experience these Fingers Crossed wines is like embarking on a journey back through time.

• We have obtained exclusive access from the sole global distributor, and there will be no other way to acquire these wines except through the winery's direct-to-consumer mailing list.
• Two assortment cases are available today:  a red assortment case featuring 3 bottles each of Syrah and Grenache, and a white assortment case including 5 bottles of white and 1 bottle of rosé. For whites and rosé, even the winery's VIPs are allocated only 1 bottle each.
• There are very strong ratings across the board from Lisa Perrotti-Brown (The Wine Advocate) and Erin Brooks (Wine Advocate).
• The fruit used in these wines are partly sourced from the Bien Nacido Vineyard, which also contributed to the creation of Sine Qua Non's Queen of Spades. It's worth noting that there is only one listing available for the Sine Qua Non Queen of Spades Syrah, and a single bottle costs S$10,654 IB!

Founded in 2017 in Ojai, California, Fingers Crossed is a boutique winery created by Julia and Nikolas Krankl, the husband-and-wife duo. Nikolas, the son of Manfred Krankl who established the renowned cult wine Sine Qua Non. For Nik, art and winemaking are not just professions; they are ingrained in his very essence. This familial tie is reflected in the captivating artwork labels adorning each bottle of Fingers Crossed Wines, paying homage to the Sine Qua Non family of wines. The vintages are also given thematic names, adding a layer of storytelling and character to their creations.

The 2021 vintage of Fingers Crossed holds particular significance as the wines now incorporate new blocks from Bien Nacido Vineyard into their winemaking repertoire. These blocks, previously destined for Sine Qua Non, have now found their home with Nik and Julia.

At Fingers Crossed, while the vineyards may vary, the unwavering approach to winemaking is maintained. Meticulous attention to detail is employed, allowing for subtle adjustments to accommodate the distinct characteristics of each vintage. According to Nik, the vintage itself is the most undeniable source of influence on their wines, shaping the narrative in unalterable ways. Artistry, heritage, and dedication to quality converge seamlessly under Fingers Crossed, resulting in a portfolio of wines that speak volumes about the California Central Coast and the possibility of crafting stunning Rhône-style wines.

Today, we are delighted to showcase two assortment cases: one red and one white. The red assortment case includes 3 bottles each of Syrah and Grenache, while the white assortment case contains 5 bottles of white and 1 bottle of rosé. Describing the availability as minuscule is an understatement, as even the winery's VIPs are allocated only 1 bottle each for the white and rosé assortments!

Most of the cuvées in these assortment cases have been rated by Lisa Perrotti-Brown (The Wine Independent) and Erin Brooks (Wine Advocate), with strong ratings evident in the provided reviews. Fingers Crossed is truly an exciting project, encompassing all the essential elements for a worthy collection: the Sine Qua Non connection, quality, and scarcity. If you have even a remote interest in American cult wines, we highly recommend taking advantage of this offer and adding them to your collection.