Hitching Post Hometown Pinot Noir 2008, Santa Barbara County
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Critic Reviews (4)
An exceptional calibre Pinot Noir with a touch of sweet fruit balanced by well managed earthy elements and lifted...
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This is excellent value for a structured vibrant California pinot. Expect aromas of raspberry, stewed rhubarb and...
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Fresh and clean, ripe and fruity, this is a fine example of new world/California pinot noir, with a sweet,...
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Hitching Post is the Santa Ynez Valley restaurant/winery that was home-base in the pinot road trip movie Sideways....
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Community Reviews (5)
Very enjoyable and moderately priced. Definitely worth picking up a few more for the cellar.
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More youthful and aromatic than more expensive Cork Dancer cuvee. Great balance of acidity and fruit. Delicate (by California standards). Very enjoyable. Celebrity equivalent: Miles from Sideways movie.
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Light garnet in colour with a medium+ intensity on the nose.
Positives: Unmistakable Pinot featuring spruce, potpourri, rhubarb, sour cherry, cranberry, pesto, suede & earthy notes. Medium minus in body, light tannins, good acidity with long length & alcohol well integrated.
Negatives: A little too much sourness on the finish.
Interesting Point: If you've seen the movie Sideways, you'll recognize this winery, Hitching Post. Remember to lightly chill this Pinot.
Drink now on its own or pair with duck.
Tasted: 15 Mar 12
Score: 9/10, Value: 8.5+/10, Total: 18/20
Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 4
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