2022 mevive Wine “Ibarra-Young Estate Vineyard” Marsanne, Los Olivos District, Santa Barbara, California, USA

ABOUT THIS WINE

Produced from organically farmed grapes in the Ibarra-Young Estate Vineyard, this Marsanne reflects the unique terroir of the Los Olivos District. The vineyards warm days and cool nights are ideal for bringing out Marsannes ripe fruit character while preserving its natural acidity. The 2022 vintage shows the perfect balance of richness and finesse, with a careful vinification process that includes fermentation in neutral oak, adding texture without overpowering the varietal’s pure fruit expression.

Marsanne is a Rhne variety that thrives in this southern California microclimate, with mevive crafting a wine that expresses both the varietal’s traditional qualities and the freshness of the region. The wine showcases a natural, minimal intervention approach, allowing the vineyard’s character to shine through.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

mevive is a small, terroir-driven winery founded by Alice Anderson, focused on crafting natural wines from organic and biodynamically farmed vineyards in California. The name mevive translates to “living soul,” reflecting the winerys philosophy of producing wines that embody the vitality and spirit of the land. With a commitment to sustainability, mevive’s wines are crafted with minimal intervention, using native yeast fermentations, neutral oak aging, and minimal sulfur, resulting in expressive and vibrant wines.