2023 Chardonnay Magnum (1.5 l)

Our wine begins long before Harvest. Throughout the growing season, we carefully manage each vine with winter pruning then comes shoot positioning and leaf removal by hand in the Spring to encourage uniform ripening. Our commitment to quality extends beyond the vines themselves. We have farmed without herbicides for more than 30 years, relying instead on sustainable farming practices like under the vine cultivation with our electric tractor. Cover crops improve soil structure and biodiversity, while insectary rows attract beneficial insects that help maintain a balanced vineyard ecosystem. By combining meticulous farming with sustainable practices, we produce wines that are balanced and elegant with a focus on ageability.

Our approach to winemaking is guided by patience, precision and a commitment to crafting wines that will age gracefully for years to come. Inspired by the traditions of Bordeaux for our Cabernet Sauvignon and Burgundy for our Chardonnay, we allow each wine the time it needs to develop naturally. We favor longer aging in barrel than many wineries, creating greater complexity, integration, and structure before bottling. Rather than chasing trends or emphasizing power, we focus on balance, elegance, and consistency from vintage to vintage. The result is age-worthy, food-friendly wines that are enjoyable upon release and continue to evolve beautifully in the cellar for many years.

2024: Fruit-forward and young, it opens with bright fruit aromas of Gravenstein apple, Bosc pear, lemon blossom and star jasmine. Its youthfulness is evident by its lively entry; pink grapefruit and guava notes are enhanced by sweet vanilla and toasted brioche flavors.

2023: Young. Tropical fruit aromas of lychee, pomelo, white peach and red Barlett pear. Fresh, bright. Notes of oyster shell, pink grapefruit and sweet vanilla.

2022: Granny Smith apple, Eureka lemon, pomelo aromas. Bright, lively entry. Nice weight and richness with Key lime, sweet cream and vanilla notes.

2021: Intense floral notes, lime blossom, apple candy, lychee and Comice pear. Bright, fruit forward. Supple, rich on the palate with notes of sweet cream, oyster shell, vanilla and toasted brioche.

2020: Lovely fruit aromas of Charentais melon, Bosc pear and pink grapefruit. Nice entry and complexity on the palate with lemon blossoms, Gravenstein apples and sweet vanilla toast.

2019: Red Bartlett pear, banana, guava and pink grapefruit notes. Ripe fruit entry, rich mid-palate with notes of apple tart, toasted brioche and a hint of flintiness.

2018: Surprisingly youthful. Blenheim apricots, candied lemon peel and wet stones. Flinty, pear tart and sweet vanilla toast flavors with a long, lovely finish.

2017: Crême brûlée, white roses and pear blossoms. Supple, rich entry with notes of sweet cream, flint and toasted brioche.

2016: Comice pear, Charentais melon, honeysuckle and grapefruit zest aromas. Sweet cream entry with pear tart and flinty notes. Long, lingering finish.

Every wine evolves over time, revealing new aromas and flavors as it ages. While every bottle and cellar is different, these are our general recommendations:

Cabernet Sauvignon: Enjoy anytime from release through 20 years from the vintage date.
Next Red: Best enjoyed through 15 years from the vintage date.
Chardonnay and Reserve Chardonnay: Drink within 6 years from the vintage date.
Blanc de Blancs: We're still discovering its aging potential and continue to enjoy seeing how each vintage develops.
Rosé: We prefer to enjoy it while it's young, fresh, and vibrant.

These are completely subjective though. The most important aspect is to trust your own taste.

As our red wines mature, bright fruit flavors and firm tannins gradually give way to softer textures and more earthy, savory, and complex characteristics.

Our Chardonnays also evolve beautifully over time. Fresh citrus and melon notes slowly develop into flavors of pear, flint, mineral, and crème brûlée, creating a richer and more layered expression of the wine.

Great question! It depends.

For most bottles of wine, a traditional corkscrew is the best choice. It is simple, reliable and works well for everyday bottles.

For older wines with fragile corks, we recommend a double-pronged corkscrew, or Ah-So. Instead of pulling directly through the center of the cork, the two prongs slide between the cork and the neck of the bottle, helping remove an older cork without breaking it apart.

At Hafner, we use both approaches depending on the bottle. The most important thing is to match the corkscrew to the age and condition of the wine. For older bottles, take your time and handle the cork gently.

Absolutely! Just let us know in the notes field of your order. We do this all the time, particularly as the Holidays approach. Order your Holiday gifts ahead to save you stress later.

Absolutely! Just let us know in the notes field of your order. We do this all the time, particularly as the Holidays approach. Order your Holiday gifts ahead to save you stress later.

You can either order them individually online or just send us an email (or attached an excel sheet) with the names, addresses, phone numbers (if possible) and gift message you'd like to enclose. We'll take care of the details!