Resonance Pinot Noir 2018

Resonance Pinot Noir 2018 is a 750ml, 100% Pinot Noir from Oregon's Yamhill-Carlton AVA, produced by Maison Louis Jadot. This expression earned 93 points from Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate, and James Suckling alike — a rare triple consensus that underscores the wine's precision and balance. It represents Jadot's first venture outside Burgundy, drawing on un-grafted vines planted in 1981.

Quick Facts: Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir  |  Origin: Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Oregon  |  Vintage: 2018  |  Producer: Maison Louis Jadot (Résonance)

Production & Heritage

Maison Louis Jadot, founded in 1859 in Beaune, Burgundy, launched Résonance as its first project in Oregon — a significant statement from one of France's most storied négociants. The estate vineyard in Yamhill-Carlton is organically dry-farmed on un-grafted rootstock planted in 1981, making these among the oldest Pinot Noir vines in the Willamette Valley. Grapes are handpicked just steps from the winery and hand-sorted upon arrival, then vinified with what Jadot describes as "a light touch honed over 170 years of winemaking in Burgundy." The result marries old-vine Oregon concentration with a distinctly Burgundian approach to extraction and élevage.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with fresh cherry and strawberry before shifting to more complex layers of dried mushroom, bark, and citrus peel. Violet flower and subtle spice fill out the bouquet, lending a floral lift that echoes classic Burgundian aromatics.

Taste: On entry, bright raspberry and black cherry dominate with focused acidity. The mid-palate broadens into blueberry and mineral-laced fruit, framed by refined tannins that build structure without weight. Wine Spectator noted the wine is "jammed with tension," and that energy carries through from first sip to peak.

Finish: The finish is delicate yet persistent, with lingering red fruit and a fine mineral thread. Tannins resolve gracefully, leaving a clean, balanced close that invites the next glass.

How to Drink Résonance 2018

Serve at 58–62°F in a Burgundy glass to let the aromatic complexity open fully. A brief 20–30 minute decant can help the wine's more reticent earthy and floral notes emerge. This Pinot Noir stands confidently on its own as a sipping wine but truly excels at the dinner table — its bright acidity and refined tannins make it a natural companion to roasted duck, grilled salmon with herbs, or mushroom risotto. For a simpler pairing, aged Gruyère or charcuterie brings out the wine's savory undertones.

Best For

• Gifting a Burgundy lover curious about Oregon's old-vine potential
• Anchoring a seated dinner party with a food-versatile Pinot Noir
• Adding a critically acclaimed 2018 vintage to a cellar collection
• Exploring the intersection of Old World technique and New World terroir

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Résonance 2018 taste like? It leads with vibrant cherry, raspberry, and blueberry fruit, supported by mineral tension, dried mushroom, and violet notes. The palate is structured yet elegant, with refined tannins and a delicate, lingering finish.

How does Résonance 2018 compare to Domaine Drouhin Oregon Pinot Noir? Both are Oregon Pinot Noir projects from historic Burgundy houses — Jadot and Drouhin, respectively — but Résonance draws from older, un-grafted vines planted in 1981, which tend to yield more concentrated, mineral-driven fruit. Domaine Drouhin's estate wines from Dundee Hills often lean slightly more toward red fruit and silk, while Résonance shows more earthy structure and tension.

Is Résonance 2018 good for sipping neat? Absolutely — its layered aromatics and balanced tannins reward careful attention in a glass on its own. A short decant or a few minutes of air helps the full complexity unfold.

Where is Résonance made? Résonance is produced at the estate winery in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA within Oregon's Willamette Valley. The vineyard and winery are owned and operated by Maison Louis Jadot, headquartered in Beaune, Burgundy, France.

What foods pair well with Résonance 2018? Roasted duck breast complements its dark cherry and earthy notes. Grilled wild salmon with herbs mirrors its fresh acidity. Mushroom risotto echoes the wine's dried mushroom and forest floor character. Aged Gruyère draws out savory depth, while herb-crusted lamb works with its refined tannic structure.

What sizes does Résonance 2018 come in? The standard release is a 750ml bottle, which is the most widely available format for this vintage.

Is Résonance 2018 worth the price? Résonance positions as a premium Oregon Pinot Noir, and its triple 93-point scores from major critics validate its standing in the upper tier of the category. For a wine from un-grafted 1981 vines made by one of Burgundy's most respected houses, it represents strong value relative to comparable Burgundy bottlings at similar or higher price points.

Why Résonance 2018?

Few Oregon Pinot Noirs carry the pedigree of a 160-plus-year-old Burgundy house behind them. The Résonance Vineyard's un-grafted vines, planted in 1981, are among the oldest in the Willamette Valley, and that maturity translates directly into the wine's mineral intensity and layered complexity. Earning 93 points from Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate, and James Suckling on the same vintage is a consensus that few peers in the AVA can claim. This is a wine that bridges two of the world's finest Pinot Noir regions with genuine authority rather than marketing ambition.