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We've partnered with Kathleen of Tienda Salsita to create a Rosé and Salsa Gift Box for the Holidays, available until December 5th. On our blog, Kathleen guest authors a post about her experience making salsas and pairing them with wine. She shares three recipes that use the two salsas (Salsa Verde Asado and Salsa Chile Morita) in the Gift Box along with Rosé.
There’s a special joy in giving a gift that feels personal and meaningful, one that says, “I thought of you.” In our family, we learned this through the tradition of the “Gift Box,” a stash of unique treasures saved for just the right moment. Today, I treat my wine cellar much the same way, setting aside special vintages to share with friends and family. With a little tissue paper and ribbon, a well-chosen bottle becomes a memorable gift, one that’s enjoyed, shared, and retold around the table. Savvy Hafner patrons stock up on new releases to build their own “wine gift box,” ensuring they always have thoughtful wine gifts ready for the holidays and beyond.
Thanksgiving is a time that is filled with abundance and sharing. We've always believed that wine is meant to be enjoyed with food and shared with family and friends. Thanksgiving is a perfect moment for that. One great thing about wine is that it is subjective and everyone has their own opinion, so we, in the office, wanted to share what each of us will be serving for Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving feasts in the upcoming weeks.
Winemaker Parke Hafner shares the key differences between Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec, two red wines known for their rich flavors and character both of which we grow at our vineyard here in Sonoma County's Alexander Valley. You’ll learn how they differ in the vineyard, cellar and glass. Whether you prefer the structured, age-worthy style of Cabernet or the softer, fruit-forward charm of Malbec, Parke will help you understand both varieties.
Last Saturday, we hosted our annual Next Generation Harvest Party here at the winery. It’s a way we introduce the next generation of Hafner patrons to our wine and wine in general. We had a lively bunch of about 150 guests and 50 children for afternoon in the Grove. People tasted an array of our wines, enjoyed locally-sourced and homemade bites, played games like cornhole, gathered around the community table to share their story of Hafner wine, and on their way out, packed their cars with wine to enjoy at home.
