2020 Chev Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills

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93 Jeb Dunnuck - Sourced from a single vineyard and pouring a pure ruby hue, the 2020 Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills is spicy with a perfume of wild herbs, cinnamon, and ripe red cherry. Medium to full-bodied, with ultra-fine tannins, a silky texture, and notes of ripe wild raspberry, red plum, and a bit of iron-rich earth, it’s charming and elegant.

93 Wine Enthusiast - Detailed aromas of pomegranate, rose petals and sandalwood oil show on the nose of this bottling by the brand of Kosta Browne cofounder Michael Browne. The palate lands softly, offering rich black plum and dark berry flavors alongside sarsaparilla spice and pepper-spiked acidity.

92 Wine Spectator - Shows a ripe, almost plump profile, with friendly cherry and plum compote notes backed by singed alder and red tea. Reveals a subtle savory hint on the finish, with the fruit keeping the upper hand easily.

CHEV Wines is the project of Michael Browne, best known as the co-founder and longtime winemaker of Kosta Browne. After helping establish Kosta Browne as a prominent name in California Pinot Noir, Browne launched CHEV to pursue his own vision of expressive, vineyard-focused wines.

The Sta. Rita Hills, located in western Santa Barbara County, is particularly well suited to Pinot Noir. Cool Pacific air, persistent coastal winds, and fog help preserve acidity and aromatic complexity, while the region's varied soils contribute savory, earthy nuances alongside ripe fruit. CHEV's 2020 bottling showcases a richer, polished interpretation of this cool-climate region.

The 2020 wine was produced in a relatively generous, fruit-forward style, with fermentation in a combination of stainless steel, concrete, and wood open-top tanks. It spent approximately 15 months in French oak, including 40% new barrels, adding texture and spice while maintaining its Pinot Noir character.

Bright ruby red. Pomegranate, ripe cherry, wild raspberry, rose petals, and cinnamon, with hints of sandalwood and wild herbs. Ripe red berries and dark plum layered with black cherry, rhubarb, and subtle earthy spice. Silky and plush, with fine-grained tannins and a generous mid-palate. Long and polished, with lingering dark fruit, baking spice, and a touch of iron-rich earth.

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