ON-256644
Hitching Post Hometown Pinot Noir 2008
Pinot Noir
California, Usa
LCBO# 256644
0V
9090
$26.95
Critic Reviews (4)
Sara d'Amato
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Sara d'Amato

An exceptional calibre Pinot Noir with a touch of sweet fruit balanced by well managed earthy elements and lifted...

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Steve Thurlow
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Steve Thurlow

This is excellent value for a structured vibrant California pinot. Expect aromas of raspberry, stewed rhubarb and...

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John Szabo, MS
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John Szabo, MS

Fresh and clean, ripe and fruity, this is a fine example of new world/California pinot noir, with a sweet,...

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David Lawrason
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David Lawrason

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)
Jason Chenier
9292
Jason Chenier

Very enjoyable and moderately priced. Definitely worth picking up a few more for the cellar.

dmytro
9191
dmytro

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.

John Iacono
9191
John Iacono

At last a pinot noir at a reasonable price that lives up to the hype.

Edward Rasiulis
9090
Edward Rasiulis

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

flambeur
9090
flambeur

One word, delicious!





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