cellar door
cellar door
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
1st October - 30th April
- Tuesday to Saturday
- Walk-ins, bookings & call
1st May - 30th September
- Monday to Friday
- By Appointment only
visit us
Our Tasting Room has re-opened for the Summer Season!
Find us pouring delicious Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm.
Drive up to the Chapel at 639 State Highway 63, RD1, Blenheim, 7271.
Walk-ins are most welcome, but if you'd prefer to book in advance, please follow the link below.
your experience with us
The discovery of all the subtleties of the terroir is at the heart of our approach.
Sip, savour and discover the meaning of terroir in the serene environment of our 1920's restored chapel.
Platters, a warm personal welcome and delicious organic wines on offer; invite you to extend your visit.
As the only vineyard in Marlborough offering such a detailed look at the intricacies of terroir; our cellar door is a must-see, not-to-be-missed Marlborough wine tasting experience.
No bookings necessary.
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.