Events
This fall, the Academy Award-winning film, SIDEWAYS, will
stream on hulu
in celebration of its 20th Anniversary. Hitching Post Wines has
partnered with Searchlight Pictures to showcase Hitching Post Highliner
Pinot Noir, the wine featured in the movie.The Highliner Pinot Noir is
always one of the most consistent, highly regarded wines of Hitching
Post, and the 2021 is one of the best vintages of the past two decades.
This 2021 vintage has a special label to commemorate the film and the
Anniversary.In celebration of this partnership, Hitching Post 2 and Hitching Wines announce a series of special events, including three Hitching Post + SIDEWAYS Winemaker Dinners scheduled for September and October as follows. Hitching Post Wines will also offer specially produced and limited edition SIDEWAYS Highliner Pinot Noir wine available for purchase at the restau rant, the Hitching Post tasting room and select retailers throughout California.
Sunday, September 8, 2024 2-4 p.m.
Meet the Winemaker at Santa Barbara Wine Collective
In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the iconic film Sideways, Santa Barbara Wine Collective is offering a special wine
flight featuring standout wines from Santa Barbara County. Enjoy live music while tasting Kalyra
Viognier 2021, Fiddlehead Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Hitching Post Gen Red 2022,
and the celebrated Hitching Post Sideways Highliner Pinot Noir 2021. This
curated flight with a special appearance by Winemakers Frank Ostini and Gray
Hartley offers a taste of the region’s rich wine heritage, perfect for fans of
the film and wine lovers alike! No ticketing; walk-ins welcome.
Santa Barbara Wine Collective
131 Anacapa St c, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Hitching Post-SIDEWAYS 20th Anniversary Winemaker Dinner
Hitching Post II, Buellton
Join us for an amazing, multi-course dinner (see the MENU) held under tent, to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Academy Award-winning film SIDEWAYS. Among the entrees is smoked duck paired with the rare Hitching Post 2001 Highliner Pinot Noir that made its debut in the movie along with the just released 2021 Highliner-SIDEWAYS 20th Anniversary commemorative bottling. The evening will begin at 5 pm with a reception of passed appetizers followed by an impressive four course meal. Chef Winemaker Frank Ostini and Winemaker Gray Hartley will be on hand to share their SIDEWAYS experiences and whimsical stories.
$150 per person.
Reserve with Open Table Experience
Wine Club Members $120 - call 805-688-0676 for ticket link
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Hitching Post + SIDEWAYS Winemaker Dinner at La Paloma Cafe
Executive Chef Jeremy Tummel hosts Frank Ostini and Gray Hartley for a 20th Anniversary SIDEWAYS dinner with a menu inspired by the Hitching Post 2 (see the MENU) paired with special edition Pinot Noir vintages celebrating the film.
La Paloma Cafe
702 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
$110
6:00 reception followed by communal dinner
Reserve with RESY
Sunday, September 29, 2024
Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley - SIDEWAYS 20th Anniversary Festival
One of the highlights of the four-day festival in the Santa Ynez Valley is the celebration of the 20th
anniversary of the award-winning film SIDEWAYS. Join fans and friends at Hitching Post 2, an iconic location featured in the film There will be bites from Hitching Post 2 and other Buellton restaurants, along with Sta. Rita Hills and Buellton wine, beer, and live music. Look for Instagramable moments from the film scattered throughout the venue and an appearance by Virginia Madsen. Tickets to SIDEWAYS 20th Anniversary Festival include tickets to the SIDEWAYS Film Screening at Solvang Festival Theater in the evening.
Screening of SIDEWAYS at Solvang Festival Theater 5-9 p.m.
Celebration at Hitching Post 2 with bites, wine, beer and live music -- 12 - 3 p.m.
$150
Saturday, October 12, 2024
Copia at Culinary Institute of America, Napa
Flavors of Film
Celebrate this Oscar®-nominated film about two friends embarking on a road trip in the Santa Barbara County wine region as they say goodbye to their old lives and discover themselves. The evening includes a wine country dinner tribute by Chef Frank Ostini of Hitching Post 2 (featured in the film) and conversation with star Virginia Madsen and Director Alexander Payne. Wine and NA beverages are included with the dinner.
5:30 p.m.
Tickets, $165 per guest
Saturday, Oct. 19 12-4 PM
40th Annual Santa Barbara Vintners Festival
Vega Vineyard & Farm, Buellton
In a beautiful, intimate setting, taste wines from over 50+ local wineries while you meet winemakers and owners who will share the details of why our wines are among the best. Order your tickets to enjoy the rare opportunity to taste an exceptional number of wines in one, gorgeous place! Savor gourmet food from over 25 regional restaurants and local food businesses and sample the diversity of food available in Santa Barbara County!
October 22, 2024 5:30 p.m.
Sideways 20th Anniversary Screening at Hotel Californian, Santa Barbara
36 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
This
fall marks the 20th Anniversary of the Academy Award-winning film
Sideways, now streaming on Hulu. Hotel Californian is partnering with
Searchlight Films and Hitching Post Wines on a celebratory
complimentary screening on the anniversary of the film's US debut.
Bring a blanket and gather on the Court of Califia at Hotel Californian
for an outdoor movie night. Movie screening is complimentary, and
available on a first-come, first-served basis as space allows.
Join
winemakers Frank Ostini and Gray Hartley of Hitching Post Wines for a
VIP Meet + Greet prior to the screening for a taste of their
anniversary Highliner Pinot Noir from the movie, small bites, and to
hear about their experience with filming Sideways. Tickets required to attend the Meet + Greet. Screening is complimentary.
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Hitching Post + SIDEWAYS Winemaker Dinner at Jar
Chef/Owner Suzanne Tracht Executive hosts Frank Ostini and Gray Hartley for a 20th Anniversary
SIDEWAYS dinner (see the MENU) inspired by the Hitching Post 2 paired with special edition Pinot Noir
vintages celebrating the film.
Jar
8225 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Reservations from 5:30 p.m.
$200 inclusive of menu & wines plus tax & gratuity
Reserve with OpenTable Experience
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
6-8 p.m.
Hitching Post + SIDEWAYS Winemaker Dinner at AKASHA
Owner and Executive Chef Akasha Richmond hosts
Frank Ostini and Gray Hartley for a 20th Anniversary SIDEWAYS dinner with a menu inspired by the Hitching
Post 2 paired with special edition Pinot Noir vintages celebrating the film.
Details coming soon.
AKASHA
9543 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232