Chev Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2020 Red Wine

Chev Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2020 

750 ml

93 pts. 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. Drink 2023-2030."

93 pts. 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 pts. 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. Drink now through 2027. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 1,820 cases made."

This is one of those rare wines that makes you throw back your head and close your eyes in delight! It's fabulously balanced with mushroom earthiness, ripe fruit, and baking spices - oh so delicious! One of the best Pinot Noirs we've ever had from the Sta. Rita Hills. - Wine Factor

FROM THE WINERY

TASTING NOTES:

Nose: Inviting aromas of pomegranate, fresh tangerine juice and cranberry, entwined with black cardamom spice, violets, birch bark, and raw honeycomb.

Mouth: Lush flavors of red raspberry and rhubarb give way to an alluring, velvety mouthfeel. Ripe plum and dark cherry are seamlessly layered with faint notes of black tea, wrapped around soft, pillowy tannins. Vibrant, with pure concentration culminating in a memorable, lingering finish.

Recommended Drinking Age: Three to five years after release although will age gracefully over the next 10 years when properly cellared. Should you wish to enjoy sooner, we recommend decanting for two to three hours.

Fermentation: 76% Stainless steel open tops, 14% concrete open tops, 10% wood open top tank

Time in barrel: 15 months

40% new French oak, 29% once used French oak, 31% twice used French oak

Cases Produced: 1820 

Alcohol: 14.3%

pH: 3.62