Kenji Hodgson ‘LNDM’ Chenin Blanc - Loire Valley, France
Producer's Notes:
LNDM 2023 opens with an expressive nose of ripe citrus peel, white flowers and fresh orchard fruit, lifted by a distinctive smoky-stone nuance that hints at its volcanic origins. On the palate the wine is both ample and sharply focused, saline mineral energy drives vibrant acidity and a clear Chenin fruit core, with layers of pear, zesty lemon and subtle floral spice that build toward a long, incisive finish. The texture is elegant yet taut, giving the wine both vibrance and depth.
What we say:
Made by Canadians in France, 'LNDM' is focused and quietly intense. The wine's bouquet shows a more structured, mineral-driven side of Chenin Blanc, with lemon pith, green apple and quince layered over chamomile, a touch of honeycomb and a distinctly stony, chalky edge. The palate is taut and precise, driven by firm acidity and a subtle waxy texture that builds with air, giving it both tension and depth. There’s a restrained power here, finishing long, dry and saline with a lingering citrus and mineral note.
