Âmevive 'Ibarra-Young Vineyard' Marsanne, Los Olivos, California

A radiant reimagining of Rhône tradition, the 2023 Amevive Ibarra-Young Vineyard Marsanne, Los Olivos, USA, delivers a soulful and textural white from some of the oldest own-rooted vines in Santa Barbara County. Planted in 1973 on a sandy alluvial bench within the regenerative-farmed Ibarra-Young Vineyard, these low-vigor vines thrive under no-till cultivation, rotational grazing, and an intentional integration of native plants, bringing balance, vitality, and a sense of place to every bottle. This wine channels the California sun and the vineyard’s natural harmony into a bottling that is equal parts grounded and ethereal.

Product Details:

• Type: Still White Wine
• Vintage: 2023
• Varietal: 100% Marsanne
• Appellation: Los Olivos District, Santa Barbara County, California
• Vineyard: Ibarra-Young Vineyard (planted 1973, own-rooted, regenerative organic)
• Fermentation: Native yeast and bacteria; 12% skin-fermented, 88% direct press
• Aging: 18 months in neutral French oak barrels; no sulfur additions until bottling
• Malolactic Fermentation: Full
• Alcohol: 12.8% ABV
• Fining/Filtration: None
• Cases Produced: 109
• Closure: Cork
• Serving Temperature: 50–55°F

Sensory Description:

The 2023 Marsanne opens with layers of lemongrass, white tea, orange blossom, and the faint nuttiness of a citrus tartlet crust. There’s a gentle richness carried by subtle skin-contact structure, lifted by bright acidity and a whisper of saline minerality. Texturally intricate and aromatically nuanced, this wine balances freshness with depth, lengthy, composed, and brimming with intention. With time in bottle, expect added layers of honeycomb, wax, and toasted almond to unfurl, making it a rewarding choice for both immediate enjoyment and long-term cellaring.

Winemaker's Background:

Amevive (pronounced "ahm-veev")—meaning “soulful, lively soul” in French—is the brainchild of winemaker Alice Anderson, who farms with reverence for the land and its ecological relationships. Based in Santa Barbara County, Anderson is devoted to regenerative organic practices, animal integration, and low-intervention winemaking. Her wines speak with clarity and vitality, each one thoughtfully crafted to reflect the vineyard’s ecosystem, rhythm, and spirit. All labels feature original art from her mother, Eileen Anderson, further anchoring the project in family, creativity, and love for nature.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve slightly chilled (50–55°F) in a Burgundy or universal glass to accentuate its floral complexity and textural finesse. This Marsanne pairs beautifully with dishes like roasted halibut with fennel, herbed couscous, seared scallops, or creamy vegetable gratins. A stunning accompaniment to spring picnics and refined dinner tables alike.

Sophisticated yet untamed, the 2023 Amevive Ibarra-Young Vineyard Marsanne is a soulful white with layers to uncover—perfect for those who crave freshness, character, and a story in every glass.