Amevive Peripherie 2022

Amevive Peripherie 2022

Amevive
$44.00

Grape: Syrah, Mourvèdre, Marsanne
Vintage: 2022
Type: Red

This red field blend of syrah, mourvèdre, and marsanne comes from the western edge of the historic Ibarra-Young Vineyard in the Los Olivos District. Named for the row where vines grow with sprawling canes, it represents fruit harvested from own-rooted vines planted in 1971. Winemaker Alice Anderson uses low-intervention techniques, allowing a co-fermentation driven by wild indigenous yeasts. Aged in neutral French oak, this cuvée captures an authentic expression of historic coastal terroir.

It displays a translucent ruby hue, releasing a fresh bouquet of crunchy strawberries, cherries, and wild garden herbs. On the palate, the light-to-medium body balances fruit energy with a formal structure. Savory notes of damp earth and cracked pepper blend with a light floral lift from the marsanne component. Soft, integrated tannins provide a smooth frame that avoids heavy extraction. It finishes dry and fresh, leaving a clean, mouthwatering mineral impression.

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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.