Add the olive oil, onion, sweet potato, parsnip, butternut squash to a large pot or Dutch oven and heat to medium-high. Cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add mushrooms, garlic, pear, chili powder, cocoa powder, cinnamon, herbs de Provence, salt, and saute 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the kidney beans, wine and vegetable broth and bring to a full boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer 10 to 20 minutes, or until vegetables are soft.
Serve heaping portions of chili with rice and your favorite chili toppings