Frank Ostini still revels in the surprise success that came with the 2004 film Sideways, which showcased the Santa Ynez Valley as a great place to visit and pinot noir as a worthy passion to pursue.

It’s already been two decades since “Sideways” pals Miles and Jack toured the Santa Inez Valley north of Santa Barbara and Miles, played by Paul Giamatti, declared, “I am not drinking any fucking ...

Hitching Post Wines in Buellton has been a project of Frank Ostini and Gray Hartley since 1984. Fast forward to 2025 and the two have mastered their Pinot Noir and opened a restaurant that has been ...

"SIDEWAYS" CELEBRATION: When the film "Sideways" first sparkled on the silver screen back in 2004, moviegoers responded to its poignant themes, its authentic and complex friendships, and the many ...

"Sideways" actors Paul Giamatti as Miles, left, and Thomas Haden Church as Jack at the bar of the Buellton Hitching Post 2 restaurant. Credit: Merie Wallace photo Actors Sandra Oh, from left, Thomas ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Michael Goldstein is a journalist and playwright based in Los Angeles. Anytime is a good time to visit Buellton, in the wine ...

The Hitching Post 2, in collaboration with LA Loves Alex’s Lemonade, hosted a Sideways BBQ to celebrate the 20th year of the movie over the weekend. Frank Ostini hosted the dinner at his Buellton ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to print (Opens in new window) Click to share on X (Opens in new window) Gray Hartley, ...