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Come taste our terroir
The icon of Clos Henri and the heart of our estate, Sainte Solange Chapel started life in the 1920’s as a Presbyterian country church in the village of Ward, on the outskirts of Marlborough.
In 2003 the chapel was relocated onto the vineyard to begin a new life as the tasting room for Clos Henri. This quaint building was deconsecrated and named ‘Sainte Solange’ in memory of Henri Bourgeois’s wife Solange Bourgeois.
Made of Rimu, a native New Zealand timber, the chapel was lovingly restored; and a wooden steeple was added to act as a tie to the Bourgeois family’s home village of Chavignol, in Sancerre, France.
Today the quintessentially kiwi landmark, with a touch of European charm, hosts guests to Clos Henri for wine and food experiences, local events and is an idyllic setting for wedding, outdoor events and intimate meetings – surrounded by stunning vineyards.
opening hours
October - April
- Monday to Saturday
- 10am to 4pm
- Booking in advance necessary
- Walk-ins may not always be able to be accommodated
QUALMARK
We're proud to announce that we are certified Silver with Qualmark New Zealand. This ensures that you have a guaranteed level of experience when you visit us, but also offers you the opportunity to taste wines knowing you're supporting a company that is leaving as light a footprint on the world as possible.