Resonance
Summary
Resonance is a boutique Willamette Valley winery established in 2013 when Burgundy's Maison Louis Jadot acquired vineyards in Oregon, focusing on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from their two distinct estate sites featuring sedimentary and volcanic soils. Their winemaking blends traditional Burgundian techniques with adaptations to Oregon conditions, rapidly establishing themselves as a quality-focused producer that bridges Old World expertise with New World terroir.
Heritage & Leadership
Resonance was established in 2013 when Maison Louis Jadot, the renowned Burgundian wine producer, made its first investment outside of France by purchasing the Resonance Vineyard in Oregon's Willamette Valley. This marked a significant milestone as Jadot's first venture in the United States after more than 150 years of winemaking in Burgundy. The project is led by Thibault Gagey, who serves as General Manager and represents the Jadot family's continued involvement. Guillaume Large, who trained under Jadot's longtime winemaker Jacques Lardière, was appointed as winemaker in 2017. Lardière himself came out of retirement to help launch the project and oversee the initial vintages, bringing decades of Burgundian winemaking expertise to Oregon. In 2014, Resonance expanded its holdings by acquiring the Découverte Vineyard in the Dundee Hills AVA, further cementing their commitment to the region.
Vineyards & Wines
Resonance operates two primary vineyards in Oregon's Willamette Valley. The original Resonance Vineyard spans 19 acres in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA and was planted in 1981, making it one of the older vineyards in the region. This dry-farmed site sits at elevations between 262 and 492 feet and features Willakenzie soil, a sedimentary type with moderate drainage. The vineyard is predominantly planted to Pinot Noir, with some vines reaching over 40 years in age. The Découverte Vineyard, acquired in 2014, encompasses 18 acres in the Dundee Hills AVA at elevations between 600 and 680 feet. This site is characterized by Jory soil, the iron-rich volcanic soil typical of the Dundee Hills. Both vineyards are planted primarily to Pinot Noir, with smaller portions dedicated to Chardonnay. The winery produces single-vineyard wines from each site, highlighting their distinct terroirs, along with a Willamette Valley blend that incorporates fruit from both estates and select partner vineyards.
Philosophy & Practice
Resonance's winemaking approach blends Burgundian traditions with adaptations to Oregon's unique terroir. The winery practices minimal intervention in both the vineyard and cellar, allowing the characteristics of each site to express themselves naturally. Harvest is conducted by hand, with grapes sorted both in the vineyard and at the winery. For Pinot Noir production, Resonance employs traditional techniques including cold soaking for extraction, native yeast fermentation in open-top fermenters, and gentle punch-downs rather than pump-overs. The wines age in French oak barrels, with new oak typically comprising 20-30% for Pinot Noir and 15-20% for Chardonnay. The barrel aging period ranges from 13 to 17 months depending on the wine and vintage conditions. In 2020, Resonance completed construction of a dedicated winery facility and tasting room in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA, allowing for complete control of the production process from vineyard to bottle. The winery maintains sustainable farming practices across its estate vineyards, focusing on soil health and biodiversity to produce wines that authentically reflect their origins.