Name: 2019 Resonance (Louis Jadot) Chardonnay Hyland Vineyard - 750 ml
Brand: Resonance (Louis Jadot)
SKU: 100758-750-AI
Price: 39.99 USD
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2019 Resonance (Louis Jadot) Chardonnay Hyland Vineyard

95+ RP

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From the critics:

93 WS

90 JG

Elegantly complex and vibrant, with floral apple, lemon verbena and spice flavors that build toward a steely finish. Drink now through 2023. 424 cases made.

Wine Spectator | 93 WS

The 2019 Chardonnay “Hyland Vineyard” bottling from Résonance Wines is a lovely wine. It comes in at 13.5 percent octane and seems to show that a bit of the malolactic fermentation was blocked, as it has that lovely essence of pear aromatic note that one finds in many of Louis Jadot’s white Burgundies as well. The nose jumps from the glass in a blend of pear, apple, a touch of pastry cream, raw almond, a touch of vanillin oak and a lovely base of soil tones. On the palate the wine is vibrant, full-bodied and nascently complex, with a good core and soil signature, zesty acids and a long, nicely balanced and stylish finish. Good juice. (Drink between 2021-2030)

John Gilman | 90 JG

Type of Wine	Oregon White : Oregon enjoys quite a reputation as a winemaking region. Some of the best U.S. wine comes from this particular region, and you simply can't decide which are better: red or white wines. Among white grape varieties, the most commonly planted ones in Oregon are Chenin Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Semillon, and Arneis.
Varietal	Chardonnay : Chardonnay has carved its path towards the title “king of white grapes” in subtle yet striking fashion, playing instrumental roles throughout the course of history. It was the chosen grape variety which celebrated the inception of the very first Champagne house - Ruinart, which insists “Chardonnay is the golden thread that runs through the Ruinart taste. “ “Remember men, it’s not just France we’re fighting for, it’s Champagne,” Winston Churchill. The infamous and celebrated French author, Alexandre Dumas once declared a high quality chardonnay wine from Le Montrachet was one that is only appropriate to sip “on bended knees, with head bowed.” And of course, history was made once again when a bottle of 1973 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay was awarded first prize in the famous tasting of the “1976 Judgement of Paris,” changing the world’s view on California Chardonnay, inspiring vintners and altering the landscape of California winemaking forever. The origin of the Chardonnay grape can be traced back to the small village of Macon in the Burgundy appellation of France. The varietal, whose name means “a place of thistles” in Latin, is the offspring of Pinot Noir and Gouais Blanc. Like most prominent grape varietals, the exact circumstances of its inception are unknown; however, it is interesting to note that Gouais Blanc originated in Germany. It is speculated that the ancient Romans, who successfully subdued the Germanic tribes in 6 AD, planted Gouais Blanc in French soil, unwittingly prompting the crossbreeding of the two varietals. If this is the case, the history of the Chardonnay grape goes back much further. The Noble Chardonnay grape variety is most happy in the winegrowing appellation of Burgundy, its home and birth place. Burgundy’s grand Terroir of marl limestone soils and cool climate allows the Chardonnay grape to express itself to its full zenith. Interestingly, the varietal is extremely flexible and can adapt to a wide diversity of soils, allowing the terroir in which it grows to dictate the qualities of the grape and thus revealing a multitude of personalities. For instance, there are subtle yet distinguishing differences in terroir in the Burgundian villages of Puligny-Montrachet, Chablis, Meursault, Corton Charlemagne, Macon, etc. which are all fashioned in their own unique way. The difference in each Climat or Lieu-dit, such as Le Montrachet (Puligny-Montrachet) and Valmur (Chablis) can take one further down the proverbial “rabbit-hole” and into the wonderful, yet complex world of Burgundy wines. However, Burgundy is but one prime growing location for this tremendously adaptable grape variety. The spread of Chardonnay would eventually take root in Champagne, where it excelled in the region’s cool climate and chalky, sub-soils. For top Champagne producers, it became the main ingredient in their high quality, high profile Blanc de Blancs. It would also begin to be blended with the two other acceptable varietals of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier (red skinned grapes). The chardonnay grape is now planted in 10,000 of the 34,000 hectares of Champagne. Chardonnay would find its way to California in the late 1800’s but would remain obscure for more than a century due to ignorance of the varietal and lack of knowledge on how to marry it with appropriate terroir. Things changed in the 1970’s when Chardonnay saw a resurgence world-wide, mostly due to the 1976 Judgement of Paris. The unthinkable happened when a bottle of 1973 Chateau Montelena bested some of Burgundy’s finest chardonnay offerings from Batard-Montrachet and Meursault. This event helped place California on the map, changing the face of California winemaking forever. It rejuvenated the cultivation of the Chardonnay grape variety, which saw an exponential growth world-wide. Much like the climats of Burgundy which have their own unique terroir, Chardonnay’s adaptability has found a home in the diverse appellations, terroirs and climates of California. The cool climate locations produce crisp wines with Burgundian nuances, while warmer climates produce wines with opulent, ripe fruit reminiscent of pineapple, mango and papaya. Terroir also dictates the personality, steel and concrete tanks versus oak, and the list goes. From buttery, oak-infused heady wines to crisp, refreshing cool climate fashioned Chardonnays, the grape variety can be extremely modified. There are not enough letters in Microsoft Word to demonstrate all the different nuances, qualities, differences of terroir, climate and winemaking techniques that would encompass in full, the details of the Chardonnay grape. The well-travelled grape varietal of Chardonnay has become the fascination of consumers around the world, becoming the most written about of all grapes. Today, it is planted in over 40 countries, amassing an impressive 211,000 hectares (500,000 acres) across the globe. From Burgundy to Champagne, Napa to Sonoma, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, New Zealand and Australia, Chardonnay graces vineyards around the world, captivating its audience with its multiple personalities. “So powerful is the ‘C-word’ on a wine label,” as the famed Jancis Robinson exclaimed. Since its discovery in Macon, this C-word has become a dominant force in the world of wine, changing history, winemaking and the understanding of winegrowing and its powerful attributes to a single varietal.
Country	US : As one of the most prolific and innovative wine regions in the world, America is a joy to explore. Most wine connoisseurs will agree that the nation's finest and most compelling wines are being produced today, which means that we have front-row seats to one of the most inspirational stories in wine history. While other regions tend to focus on specific wine styles and have somewhat strict rules as to which varietals you could grow, areas like California have few such restrictions in place. As a result, creative visionaries behind America's most reputable estates have been able to develop compelling, unique, and innovative styles, with a level of terroir expression that rivals even France's largest giants.
Region	Oregon : Oregon is a majestic region, a veritable ocean of lush, intense greenery, spread across an intriguing, uneven terrain. You could pick any direction while standing on a hill, and enjoy a view that is more breathtaking than what was written in the finest works of fantasy. Therefore, it should come as no surprise that Oregon is also home to some of America's most groundbreaking viticultural accomplishments. The two best-represented grape varietals in Oregon are Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. However, it is the Pinot Noir wines that receive most of the critical attention. While they're not always as aggressively fruity as a lot of popular reds from around the world, they bring an intense and memorable flavor combination of their own. Expect a strong earthy framework, one that supports a complex mixture of cranberries, coffee, tobacco, blueberry, and spice. With every sip, your understanding of these wines grows in a deep and personal way, broadening your viticultural horizons. A good wine offers a full conversation with the person drinking it. Why not sit down with a bottle or three and hear their life stories? They'll be by your side for years to come, as loyal friends you can converse with whenever you want.
Subregion	Willamette Valley

Producer	Resonance (Louis Jadot) : The spirit of a wine is believed to lie within the terroir in which it is cultivated. It exudes the qualities that must then be harnessed by man in order to create a product that is harmoniously in tune with nature. When this is done with perfection, the byproduct is something that possesses a sense of place, as described by Jacques Lardiere, winemaker at Resonance. “With Resonance Vineyard, we realized Willamette Valley is to the New World what Burgundy is to the Old World. There is a feeling, a spirit, an energy – a ‘somewhereness’ that tells us this place can produce expressive single-vineyard Pinot Noir wines with an identity and personality.” In 2013, Resonance was acquired by Maison Louis Jadot, an historic Burgundy House located in the highly esteemed Cote d’Or. It is here in the moss-covered, old growth Oregon oak tree lines and the breathtaking beauty of the sun-dappled Oregon Coast Range where the spirit of Old World winemaking meets New World terroir in the production of expressive wines with a Burgundian accent. Oregon has long been a hotbed for pioneering winemakers seeking to extract a sense of place from the rich terroir which resides in the natural landscape, reminiscent to the legendary winemaking region of Burgundy, France. The Resonance Vineyard, located in Yamhill-Carlton District AVA (American Viticultural Area) of Oregon had been farmed by Kevin and Karla Chambers, who at the time, were selling all of their grapes to other wineries. Starting in the 2006 vintage, they held back 50% (14 tons) of their Pinot Noir harvest and started producing wine under their own label, Resonance Vineyard. But when, Jacques Lardier and Thibault Gagey, both of Maison Louis Jadot, visited the original estate, located on a dramatic hilltop in the heart of Oregon Wine Country, they found it to be…”Perfect.” Resonance wines are sourced from four separate vineyards, each with their own sense of place. Resonance Vineyard is the signature estate vineyard which produces the benchmark single-vineyard Resonance Pinot Noir. The original 20-acre property is situated in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA in the esteemed Willamette Valley. It was planted in 1981 and has since been organically dry-farmed at an elevation of 262 to 492 feet above sea level. At elevations between 262 and 492 feet above sea level, The nearby peaks of the Coast Range break apart rain clouds as they come in from the Pacific Ocean, forming a rain shadow that protects the grapes in the critical weeks leading up to harvest. Soils are predominantly ancient submarine basaltic sediment which are quite shallow and particularly fine, almost silt-like. These marine basalts form some of the oldest soils in Willamette Valley and considered one of the reasons the Resonance Vineyard is capable of producing grapes of such immense character. Located only 10 miles from the signature estate property, the Decouverte Vineyard resides in the Dundee Hills AVA. The second estate offers another original expression of the Willamette Valley. Fifteen acres of vines rest at 600-690 feet in elevation, with 12.5 acres of Pinot Noir and 2.5 acres of Chardonnay. It has predominantly red volcanic Jory soils studded with golden-colored stones and the resulting Pinot Noir grapes are driven by red fruit and freshness. Dundee Hills is where many of Oregon’s Pioneering winemakers first put down roots and Decouverte Vineyard Pinot Noir builds upon this tradition by offering another original expression of the region’s terroir. Home Ranch Vineyard boasts rolling hills and over 70 acres planted to both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The blend of soils spanning from Marine sedimentary silt loam to clay-like Jory offers a sense of curiosity that has shown to grow what we are finding to be fresh and inviting young fruit. Lastly, the Koosah Vineyard is located just 44 miles from the Pacific Ocean. The property consists of 44 acres of vines combining both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir planted on steep slopes ranging from 700-1100 feet in elevation. All of the Eola-Amity Hills AVA soils are derived from Columbia River Basalts. These iron and manganese-rich flood basalts were extruded about 15 million years ago and covered much of what is now Oregon. The basalt flows were initially flat, but over time, plate tectonics and erosion have lifted and sculpted the basalt into the hills that make up the northern Willamette Valley today. The team at Resonance is committed to encouraging biodiversity on the vineyard floor to controlling crop yields for optimal ripening, and believe devoting themselves to the vineyards through sustainable hands-on viticulture is the first step in great winemaking. It is a commitment to Willamette Valley, combined with a sensibility and natural inquisitiveness developed over 170 years of winemaking in Burgundy that defines the wines of Resonance.