Winemaker Notes The 2019 Résonance Découverte Vineyard Chardonnay from Oregon’s Dundee Hills is a refined and expressive wine that highlights the elegance of Willamette Valley terroir. Aromatically, it offers notes of Meyer lemon, apricot, peach, struck flint, and subtle spice, with hints of cardamom and pie crust adding complexity. On the palate, it is dry and medium-bodied with vibrant acidity, delivering flavors of stone fruit, lemon curd, and a touch of saline minerality. Aged in French oak, it shows excellent balance and length, with a graceful, layered finish that suggests strong aging potential. Critics and enthusiasts alike praise its harmony of fruit and savory elements, making it a standout Oregon Chardonnay vintage. About Winery  Résonance Winery was founded in 2013 when Maison Louis Jadot, the historic Burgundy producer, made its first venture outside of France. The project began when Jacques Lardière, Jadot’s legendary winemaker for 42 years, and Thibault Gagey, son of Jadot’s president Pierre-Henry Gagey, discovered the Résonance Vineyard in Oregon’s Yamhill-Carlton AVA. They were immediately struck by the site’s potential, with its marine sedimentary soils and cool-climate conditions ideal for Pinot Noir. Deciding to keep the vineyard’s original name, they established Résonance as Jadot’s Oregon estate, blending Burgundian tradition with Oregon terroir. Today, Résonance produces acclaimed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, crafted with minimal intervention to highlight purity, elegance, and a sense of place, while symbolizing the “resonance” between Burgundy and Oregon.

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Winemaker Notes The 2015 Résonance Vineyard Pinot Noir from Oregon’s Yamhill-Carlton AVA is a deeply expressive wine that reflects both the site’s old ungrafted vines (planted in 1981) and Burgundian winemaking finesse. It shows a deep garnet color with an elegant nose of black cherry, blackberry, blueberry, and delicate spice, accented by a touch of fine oak. On the palate, it is supple, full-bodied, and well-balanced, with polished tannins and a signature minerality from the vineyard’s marine sedimentary soils. The finish is long, harmonious, and fresh, highlighting both concentration and finesse. Critics consistently rated it highly (92–94 points), praising its aromatic intensity and refined structure, making it a standout Pinot Noir with excellent aging potential. About Winery  Résonance Winery was founded in 2013 when Maison Louis Jadot, the historic Burgundy producer, made its first venture outside of France. The project began when Jacques Lardière, Jadot’s legendary winemaker for 42 years, and Thibault Gagey, son of Jadot’s president Pierre-Henry Gagey, discovered the Résonance Vineyard in Oregon’s Yamhill-Carlton AVA. They were immediately struck by the site’s potential, with its marine sedimentary soils and cool-climate conditions ideal for Pinot Noir. Deciding to keep the vineyard’s original name, they established Résonance as Jadot’s Oregon estate, blending Burgundian tradition with Oregon terroir. Today, Résonance produces acclaimed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, crafted with minimal intervention to highlight purity, elegance, and a sense of place, while symbolizing the “resonance” between Burgundy and Oregon.

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Winemaker Notes The 2021 Résonance Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is a beautifully expressive wine that blends French winemaking expertise with Oregon terroir. Sourced from estate vineyards and select sites across the valley, it shows vibrant aromas of wild strawberry, mulberry, and violets, alongside earthy and floral undertones. On the palate, ripe black cherry and cranberry flavors mingle with hints of vanilla, licorice, and cedar, framed by polished tannins and lively acidity. A touch of mineral character carries through to the long, elegant finish. Aged 15 months in 30% new French oak, it balances richness with finesse, making it a versatile Pinot Noir that pairs well with dishes like roast duck, mushroom risotto, or herb-crusted salmon. About Winery  Résonance Winery was founded in 2013 when Maison Louis Jadot, the historic Burgundy producer, made its first venture outside of France. The project began when Jacques Lardière, Jadot’s legendary winemaker for 42 years, and Thibault Gagey, son of Jadot’s president Pierre-Henry Gagey, discovered the Résonance Vineyard in Oregon’s Yamhill-Carlton AVA. They were immediately struck by the site’s potential, with its marine sedimentary soils and cool-climate conditions ideal for Pinot Noir. Deciding to keep the vineyard’s original name, they established Résonance as Jadot’s Oregon estate, blending Burgundian tradition with Oregon terroir. Today, Résonance produces acclaimed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, crafted with minimal intervention to highlight purity, elegance, and a sense of place, while symbolizing the “resonance” between Burgundy and Oregon.

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