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PRESS
Here are a number of links that will tell you more
about Hitching Post Wines. Please note that all links will open in a
new window. For media inquiries, contact jannis.swerman@gmail.com
The 4th Annual Palm Springs Pinot Noir Festival, “A Passion 4 Pinot” is the premier event on the international wine calendar. Hosted in one of the world’s most dramatic and awe-inspiring Hotels, this is a unique opportunity to engage with 70 of the top winery owners and winemakers (including Hitching Post Wines of course) and other leading wine personalities and enthusiasts from all over California.
Glen Annie Golf Club Hitching Post Wine Pairing Dinner. A great meal paired with Hitching Post wines. October 19, 2023
Lompoc Record: Man of the Year. Frank Ostini, hard hat in hand, has lived a lifetime of service....
The Santa Ynez Valley Foundation and the Santa Ynez Valley News honor those in Santa Ynez Valley who go above and beyond in their service to the community. In 2023 Judy Canby has been selected as the Santa Ynez Valley Woman of the Year, and Frank Ostini has been selected as Man of the Year in recognition of their leadership and extensive efforts to give back. They were chosen by a panel of board members of the foundation, editors of the Valley News and former honorees, based on nominations made by Valley residents. They will be honored at a gala event on October 15.
805 Living, September 2023 gives a shoutout to wineries adding food to the tasting experience and to the Hitching Post 2 restaurant doing it in reverse by adding a tasting room for HP Wines adjacent to the restaurant. See the online version and go to page 89.
Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley September 28 - October 1, 2023 includes a special October 1st Sunday Supper at Hitching Post 2’s with a specially curated multi-course dinner paired with a selection of Hitching Post Wines presented by Chef/Winemaker Frank Ostini. Tickets (you have to scroll way down).
The Jeremiah Show: Hear a great interview with Frank Ostini talking about his wine, the restaurant business and more. From KZSB radio, Santa Barbara.
Santa Barbara Independent: A Classic Sunday: Wine and Live Music
Aromas del Terruño: A Video Visit with Frank and Gray
The Coast News: Hitching Post Still a Destination for Wine Lovers
Hitching Post Wines Tasting Room Opens - Press Release
Johnny Jet Roundup: Travel Movies That Inspire Wanderlust 1/24/19
LOCAL LOWDOWN: Hitching Post Wines Saddles Up to First Tasting Room
Winemaker to Know - Frank Ostini, Santa Ynez Valley Star 1/15/19
DISHING
MAGAZINE: Will Travel For Food California Calling Sip Your Way through
Santa Ynez Valley
Jetsetting Fashionista – Emily Martin 8/24/18
Forbes – Larry Olmstead 8/23/18
Taking the Sideways Tour 16 Years Later
LA Weekly – Michele Stueven 8/24/18
Santa Barbara News-Press Gabe Saglie 8/24/18
Santa Barbara Independent – George Yatchesin 9/5/18
winewednesday.com podcast: The Past and Present of Hitching Post Wines. A conversation with Frank Ostini.
CONSUMED with Jamie Lewis: A podcast conversion with Frank Ostini and Gray Hartley
Hitching Post Opens Tasting Room