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
Our own Saint Clair sourdough bread with local Marlborough RSA olive oil and homemade dip (DF/GF option)
Not so f(l)at bread
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
Served with cornichon, lemon and orange pickle and winter salad (GF/DF). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Barrique Sauvignon Blanc
Scallops
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
Beetroot and orange cured salmon on a horseradish sour cream, pickled blueberries (GF). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Origin Pinot Noir Rosé
Marlborough oysters
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Ever changing, please ask your waiter for today’s special. Suggested wine match Saint Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc
Celebration of Marlborough platter
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
72% dark chocolate and espresso martini tart, whipped cream quenelle (GF). Suggested wine match Saint Clair Reserve Noble Riesling
Coconut and mango torta
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
Sliced cinnamon apples wrapped in homemade strudel dough, served warm with vanilla sauce. Suggested wine match Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Chardonnay
Homemade sorbets
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”
Walnut ice cream served with a shot of Ritual coffee and Frangelico liquor (GF)
South Island cheeseboard
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
Ask your wait staff for today’s bake
Children’s Choice Menu
Kids Platter
With ham, Colby cheese, sourdough bread, crumbed chicken tenders and tomato sauce, fresh seasonal fruits, a small salad, and popcorn
Pizza
Ham, cheese, pineapple (or any combination) with potato hash bites, tomato sauce and a small salad
Pan seared fish
Fish of the day, pan seared, with potato puree and green peas
Pasta with Bolognese sauce
Fresh Tagliatelle pasta with homemade beef Bolognese and parmesan cheese
Saint Clair Sourdough Bread
Two slices of our sourdough bread with raspberry jam and butter
Seasonal mixed salad
Potato hash bites with tomato sauce
Free waffle cone with any children’s meal
Available flavours are vanilla, chocolate or strawberry
Juice Box 250ml
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
Reserve Range – Saint Clair’s Highest Quality
Saint Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2025
Reserve Range – Saint Clair’s Highest Quality
Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Chardonnay 2024
Reserve Range – Saint Clair’s Highest Quality
Saint Clair Omaka Reserve Pinot Noir 2024
Reserve Range – Saint Clair’s Highest Quality
Barrique ‘Barrel’ Sauvignon Blanc 2021
Pioneer Block White wine (Small parcels of single vineyards)
Pioneer Block 12 ‘Lone Gum’ Gewurztraminer 2025
Pioneer Block White wine (Small parcels of single vineyards)
James Sinclair Gimblett Gravels Malbec 2021
Pioneer Block White wine (Small parcels of single vineyards)
Saint Clair Doctors Creek Reserve Noble Riesling 2025
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
Saint Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2025
Saint Clair Pioneer Block 10 ‘Twin Hills’ Chardonnay 2024
Saint Clair Pioneer Block 10 ‘Twin Hills’ Pinot Noir 2023
Saint Clair James Sinclair Gimblett Gravels Malbec 2021
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