Âmevive Gamay Noir, Santa Barbara County, California

Bright, lifted red fruit leads with a vivid snap of satsuma plum, unfolding into herbal nuance and a subtle saline edge that immediately signals both freshness and depth. Âmevive 2025 Gamay marks a defining shift for the winery, now sourced entirely from a single block of 358 clone Gamay at Martian Ranch, reflecting a new era of precision and intent following the transition to sole sourcing from Alisos Canyon. Jessica had the opportunity to taste this wine alongside the winemaker, and we are proud to be among the few retailers in Colorado selected to receive these limited, highly sought-after bottlings. This wine embodies âmevive’s guiding ethos, where vitality, farming integrity, and emotional resonance converge into a living expression of place.

Product Details:

• Producer: Âmevive
• Owners: Alice Anderson, Topher De Felice
• Winemaker: Alice Anderson
• Variety: Gamay
• ABV: 12.0%
• Production: 122 cases
• Farming: Demeter certified biodynamic
• Fermentation: 100% whole cluster, native yeast
• Aging: Neutral French oak
• Bottling: Unfined, unfiltered
• Harvest Brix: 22

Sensory Description:

The 2025 vintage delivers a compelling interplay between new world vibrancy and old world structure. Juicy red fruits reminiscent of ripe satsuma plum are layered with brisk acidity and fine, tactile tannin, creating a dynamic and energetic palate. A briny mineral streak runs through the wine, complemented by lifted herbal tones that speak to both whole-cluster fermentation and the vitality of the vineyard. The balance of carbonic freshness and thoughtful extraction gives the wine both immediacy and age-worthy structure, capturing Gamay in a form that is both joyful and serious. This vintage builds on the charm of 2024 while adding greater precision and depth.

Producer’s Background:

Âmevive, meaning “lively soul,” is the creative and philosophical project of Alice Anderson and Topher De Felice, whose work has gained national attention for its commitment to regenerative and biodynamic farming. Their approach extends beyond organic viticulture into a holistic system integrating animals, biodiversity, and soil health to create a self-sustaining vineyard ecosystem. Anderson’s intuitive winemaking style, combined with this deeply intentional farming, results in wines that are transparent, energetic, and unmistakably alive.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve slightly chilled at 50 to 55°F in a Burgundy or universal glass to highlight both aromatic lift and structural nuance. This wine pairs beautifully with herb-roasted chicken, charcuterie, mushroom dishes, or grilled salmon, while its acidity and salinity also make it an excellent companion to coastal cuisine and vegetable-forward plates.