This new Chardonnay discovery is outrageously delicious, reminding us of the finest Peter Michael or Aubert bottlings (before they were famous). The bold fruit is simultaneously gloriously refreshing, crisp, and lingering on the palate thanks to the overall balance. Captivating notes of honey-crisp apples, tropical fruit and Hawaiian macadamia nuts come alive on the front palate then crescendo with ripe peaches, pineapple, minerals, and hints of lemon cream pie on the memorable finish. The combination is a powerhouse effort that combines the age-ability of a noteworthy Puligny Montrachet (Burgundy) with the fresh fruit California collectors will adore. Aging potential for 5-7 years, peaking around 2026 in our estimate. Worthy of at least 98 points now and perhaps 99 (or higher) in the coming weeks. Bravo

Adversity Cellars Winery

Adversity Cellars is a project from Russell and Heidi Bevan that is designed to showcase
sites that have unique flavor and textural profiles from vineyards whose location forces
the vines to struggle for their existence; forcing them to deal with great Adversity.

Russell Bevan's passion for wine dates back to his days in high school. Everything he has
done in life up to this point in time has pushed him to become the winemaker he is
today. To date, he has crafted double digit hundred point wines but is excited to
embrace the challenge of crafting wines from these dynamic sites that force the vines to
deal with so much Adversity.

Heidi spent the last 8 years flying and running an aviation company, enjoying the
challenges this type of career presented to her. Since meeting Russell and getting
married, Heidi has moved in to the wine world helping with tastings and working at the
winery side by side crafting the wines with her husband Russell.