We met 20 years ago in the jungles of Indonesia while studying biology and environmental science.
Since then, we've traveled the world, turning our passion for science and the environment into careers in science communication and viticulture, and enology. In 2009, we settled in Petaluma, California, so that Robin could pursue winemaking and Aneeta could continue to work in filmmaking and storytelling through a scientific lens.
The name Apsara comes from the Sanskrit word for an angelic dancer whose elegant movements reflect the key elements in our wine: Balance, Purity, and Expression.
Apsara Cellars has never been the sole product of a draw-by-numbers idea of winemaking. For two reasons, 1) Robin is dyslexic and therefore working with numbers and within the rules doesn't come naturally and 2), there is only one opportunity a year to make great wine, so you better make it good!
Sourcing grapes from some of Sonoma Valley's greatest vineyards helps us to create wines that show a focused purity of flavor, chiseled out with a balance of fruit, tannins, and acidity.
“I wanted to take different winemaking ideas from my time spent working around the world and distill them into a few of my favorite varietals here in California. This is an intentionally labor-intensive process. My techniques have no other purpose than to build complexity, depth, and enjoyment into the wines.”
— Robin Akhurst
3% of our net profit goes to
The Union of Concerned Scientists.
We believe in research, learning, and using data-driven evidence to support a practice, whether that is in business or at the winery. The UCS works to help maximize clean energy, addressing the consequences of global warming, fighting for healthy food and farms, and defending the role of science in our democracy.
With each bottle of wine you buy, you help make the world a safer and healthier planet.
