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Saint Clair Family Estate Vineyard Kitchen turns lunch into a direct encounter with Marlborough wine country. The Selmes Road restaurant looks across vines toward the Richmond Range, with courtyard tables for fine days, some seating among the vines and a glazed veranda that preserves the outlook in cooler weather. A fire adds warmth in winter. The setting is scenic without being incidental: it explains why the venue combines a full kitchen with a cellar door, allowing food, landscape and the estate's wines to be experienced in the same visit.

Head chef David Haase leads a lunch menu that changes with the seasons rather than holding to one fixed collection of dishes. Full kitchen service occupies the central lunch period, followed by lighter choices later in the afternoon. The restaurant also states that it can address a range of dietary needs. This rhythm suits a vineyard destination, where produce and weather naturally influence the meal. It encourages diners to arrive expecting a current expression of Marlborough rather than a list preserved regardless of what local growers and suppliers can provide.

The local sourcing becomes tangible in several ingredients and preparations. Marlborough king salmon is smoked in-house using chips from the estate's French-oak wine barrels, connecting the kitchen to the winemaking process in an unusually literal way. Green-lipped mussels come from the Marlborough Sounds, while South Island lamb, artisan cheeses and nearby vegetables broaden the regional picture. A Celebration of Marlborough platter brings several producers together, making it possible to taste the area through a shared plate rather than through wine alone.

Wine remains central through hosted tastings and flights drawn from the Saint Clair range, so guests can build the visit around comparison as well as lunch. New Zealand craft beer and thoughtful low- or no-alcohol options prevent the cellar-door identity from narrowing the drinks choice. The venue is family friendly and also handles private functions, giving it uses beyond a dedicated tasting trip. Its appeal comes from that completeness: seasonal food, estate wine, local products and vineyard views all reinforce one another instead of competing for attention.

Address: 13 Selmes Road, Rapaura, Blenheim 7273, New Zealand

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Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen Menu

To Start and to Share

Please notify your wait staff if you have any allergies or dietary requirements.

Platter of breads and dip
$16.50 / add marinated olives extra $8 / add green shell mussels extra $8 / add smoked salmon extra $9 / add NZ artisan cheese extra (30g) $8 / add homemade pâté extra $9 / add more bread (2 pieces) $3 / add more bread (4 pieces) $6 / add more Marlborough RSA olive oil $3

Our own Saint Clair sourdough bread with local Marlborough RSA olive oil and homemade dip (DF/GF option)

Not so f(l)at bread
$21

Topped with ViaVio Stracchino, red wine onion jam, spiced pumpkin seed and balsamic reduction. Suggested wine match Saint Clair Pioneer Block 28 Camp Block Pinot Blanc

Pork hock and chicken terrine
$25

Served with cornichon, lemon and orange pickle and winter salad (GF/DF). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Barrique Sauvignon Blanc

Scallops
$28.50

Pan seared scallops on a celeriac and parsnip puree, crispy kale and apple (GF). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Chardonnay

New Zealand King Salmon
$28.50

Beetroot and orange cured salmon on a horseradish sour cream, pickled blueberries (GF). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Origin Pinot Noir Rosé

Marlborough oysters
each $6

Okiwi Bay oysters, served natural or with a red wine and juniper mignonette (GF/DF). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc. Subject to availability.

Double cooked duck fat potato wedges
$13

Crispy, spiced roasted duck fat potato wedges with homemade sesame and miso aioli (GF/DF)

Mains

Please notify your wait staff if you have any allergies or dietary requirements.

Kumara and coconut-lime soup
entrée $17 / main $25

Golden kumara and coconut soup with a hint of spice, served with homemade focaccia (DF/GF option). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Pioneer Block 5 Bull Block Pinot Gris

Chicken and coconut laksa
$37.50

Spicy Malaysian style coconut broth with seared chicken thigh, rice noodles, seasonal vegetables, topped with coriander and fried onions (GF/DF). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Pioneer Block 12 Lone Gum Gewürztraminer

Braised goat shank
$46.50

Slow braised Premium Game goat shank with a charred onion and swede mash, winter greens and braising jus (GF). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Pinot Noir

Warm lamb salad
$45.50

Dukkah coated lamb fillets on a salad of roasted winter vegetables, quinoa, lentils and greens, topped with our own homemade ricotta (GF/DF Option). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Pioneer Block 10 Twin Hills Pinot Noir

Homemade potato gnocchi
$36

Pan roasted potato gnocchi with mushrooms, kale and sundried tomatoes, topped with herb oil, roasted macadamia nuts and shaved parmesan (DF Option). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Pioneer Block 10 Twin Hills Chardonnay

Vegan Inspiration
$33.50

Kimchi, tofu and spinach fritter with winter vegetables, cashew nut and coconut puree, green coconut yoghurt drizzle (GF/DF/Vegan). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Pinot Noir (Vegan wine)

Fish of the day
$42

Ever changing, please ask your waiter for today’s special. Suggested wine match Saint Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc

Celebration of Marlborough platter
$84

A celebration of Marlborough with all the produce sourced locally. Home smoked salmon, Marlborough green shell mussels, Premium Game venison salami, homemade chicken liver pâté, Two Short Dogs pickled olives, our own dip, local RSA olive oil, garlic noir from Murphys, South Island artisan cheese, seasonal fruits, roasted vegetables and our own sourdough bread (DF on request/GF option). Made to share between two. Suggested wine match Saint Clair Pioneer Block 23 Master Block Pinot Noir (375ml bottle)

Dessert

Please notify your server if you have any allergies or dietary requirements

Espresso martini tart
$17

72% dark chocolate and espresso martini tart, whipped cream quenelle (GF). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Reserve Noble Riesling

Coconut and mango torta
$16.50

Coconut sponge with white chocolate mousse and mango jelly, served with passionfruit sorbet. Suggested wine match Saint Clair Reserve Doctors Creek Noble Riesling

Classic apple strudel
$15

Sliced cinnamon apples wrapped in homemade strudel dough, served warm with vanilla sauce. Suggested wine match Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Chardonnay

Homemade sorbets
$12

Two scoops of our homemade sorbets, please talk to you waiter about the available flavours (GF/DF/VEGAN). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Origin Pinot Noir Rosé

Affogato “Vineyard Kitchen style”
$18.50

Walnut ice cream served with a shot of Ritual coffee and Frangelico liquor (GF)

South Island cheeseboard
1 piece $15 / 2 pieces $25 / 3 pieces $40

Artisan cheese sourced from the South Island of New Zealand (Nelson, Marlborough and the deep south), served with crackers, seasonal fruit and Saint Clair sourdough bread (GF option) (add extra crackers $3.00). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Pioneer Block 23 Master Block Pinot Noir (375ml bottle)

Slice of the day
$8 / Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream $3 / Add a scoop of maple walnut ice-cream $5

Ask your wait staff for today’s bake

Children’s Choice Menu

Kids Platter
$19.50

With ham, Colby cheese, sourdough bread, crumbed chicken tenders and tomato sauce, fresh seasonal fruits, a small salad, and popcorn

Pizza
$16.50

Ham, cheese, pineapple (or any combination) with potato hash bites, tomato sauce and a small salad

Pan seared fish
$19.50

Fish of the day, pan seared, with potato puree and green peas

Pasta with Bolognese sauce
$17.50

Fresh Tagliatelle pasta with homemade beef Bolognese and parmesan cheese

Saint Clair Sourdough Bread
$8

Two slices of our sourdough bread with raspberry jam and butter

Seasonal mixed salad
$7.50
Potato hash bites with tomato sauce
$9.50
Free waffle cone with any children’s meal
$6

Available flavours are vanilla, chocolate or strawberry

Juice Box 250ml
$3

Tropical (apple base); Orange and Mango

$20 Hosted wine tasting

3 Wines $20.00 per person – 40ml serving per tasting glass. Hosted by one of our cellar door staff. No more than 2 different wines at a time. Not waived on the purchase of a bottle of wine. Allow 30-40 minutes. Please select from the list of wines below. If you do not see your favourite, ask one of our cellar staff.

Dawn Méthode Traditionnelle NV
Take away Bottle price $55

Reserve Range – Saint Clair’s Highest Quality

Saint Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2025
Take away Bottle price $36

Reserve Range – Saint Clair’s Highest Quality

Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Chardonnay 2024
Take away Bottle price $42

Reserve Range – Saint Clair’s Highest Quality

Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Pinot Noir 2024
Take away Bottle price $45

Reserve Range – Saint Clair’s Highest Quality

Barrique ‘Barrel’ Sauvignon Blanc 2021
Take away Bottle price $35

Pioneer Block White wine (Small parcels of single vineyards)

Pioneer Block 12 ‘Lone Gum’ Gewurztraminer 2025
Take away Bottle price $35

Pioneer Block White wine (Small parcels of single vineyards)

James Sinclair Gimblett Gravels Malbec 2021
Take away Bottle price $35

Pioneer Block White wine (Small parcels of single vineyards)

Saint Clair Doctors Creek Reserve Noble Riesling 2025
Take away Bottle price $38

Reserve Noble (Dessert wine)

$15 Flight of wine tasting

Our flight of wine option allows you to select 3 of our wines from the list below, 40ml pours each. No more than 4 flights per table. Arranged and provided to you at the same time. Sip away in your own time and leisure. Not waived on purchase of a bottle.

Saint Clair Origin Pinot Noir Rose 2023
Bottle price $22
Saint Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2025
Bottle price $36
Saint Clair Pioneer Block 10 ‘Twin Hills’ Chardonnay 2024
Bottle price $35
Saint Clair Pioneer Block 10 ‘Twin Hills’ Pinot Noir 2023
Bottle price $40
Saint Clair James Sinclair Gimblett Gravels Malbec 2021
Bottle price $35

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