Amevive Marsanne 2021

Amevive Marsanne 2021

Amevive
$39.00

Grape: Marsanne
Vintage: 2021
Type: White

Sourced from the historic Ibarra-Young Vineyard in the Los Olivos District, this white wine comes from own-rooted vines planted in 1971. Winemaker Alice Anderson manages the old plot using holistic, regenerative organic and biodynamic practices to ensure soil longevity. The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented spontaneously using wild yeasts, avoiding any chemical adjustments or modern additives. Aging occurs in neutral French oak barrels to allow the natural textural weight of the marsanne grape to develop without wood interference.

It shows a pale golden hue, opening with welcoming aromas of honeysuckle, ripe orchard fruit, and white flowers. The palate is medium-bodied and texturally complex, offering a balanced contrast between soft waxiness and fresh acidity. Rich flavors of yellow pear and lemon curd blend with an almond undertone. It carries a charming depth that keeps it feeling lively over heavy or broad.

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We are proud to lovingly tend some of the oldest vines planted and still in production in Santa Barbara County. We are committed to beyond organic farming, embracing the native ecology, integrating animals, and walking our vineyard rows daily. We believe that unmanipulated wines with energy and a sense of place only come with a deep connection to the land.

We lease and farm the Ibarra-Young Vineyard in Los Olivos District A.V.A. This vineyard was planted by Charlotte Young in 1971 and is still owned by her three daughters.

Everything on the property is own-rooted and has been farmed organically since 1993. We began leasing and farming this land at the end of 2019 and have since employed holistic, regenerative organic, and biodynamic practices to reinvigorate the soils that have been working hard for over half a century.

Our goal is to rebuild an ecosystem of native species that live alongside our vine rows, regenerate soil health, and grow the highest quality grapes this site can give. We believe the best wine grapes are grown with minimal inputs and conscious vineyard management. We reject a systematic schedule for viticulture and farming in general. We believe that by working in conjunction with nature we can increase biodiversity and soil health, minimize unnecessary sprays, minimize tractor passes and compaction, decrease water use, and reduce our carbon footprint.