La Finquita Winery & Vineyard

La Finquita Winery & Vineyard, whose name means "the little farm," is an eight-acre boutique winery on Vista Ramona Road in the Ramona Valley AVA. The property was first developed in 1988 and has been owned since 2013 by Charlie and Jess Koehler, who were among the youngest winery owners in San Diego County when they took it on. The vineyard grows Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Syrah, and the winery pours a mix of reds, whites and dessert wines.

What to expect: a small, personal tasting with views over the vineyard and across the Ramona Valley toward San Diego Country Estates. Red-tailed hawks are a regular sight overhead, and the owners tend to be the ones pouring. It is the kind of place that rewards slowing down rather than rushing to the next stop.

Nearby: La Finquita is on the east side of Ramona, a few minutes from Turtle Rock Ridge and Milagro Winery. Our Ramona Valley wine trail guide covers the whole valley, and the Wine Tasting Day Trip Builder will route the day for you.

Frequently asked questions

What does La Finquita mean?
"The little farm" in Spanish, a nod to the eight-acre property.

What grapes are grown at La Finquita?
Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Syrah, used in the winery's estate reds.

Do I need a reservation?
Historically La Finquita has opened by appointment and on select weekends. Call 760-896-4014 before visiting to confirm.

Who owns La Finquita Winery?
Charlie and Jess Koehler, who bought the property in 2013.

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