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Nestled under the southern foothills of Marlborough’s Wairau Valley, Clos Henri is the wine estate meticulously established and organically run by the famous Sancerre wine growing family of Henri Bourgeois.

Combining 10 generations of winegrowing know-how from the Bourgeois family, Clos Henri crafts textural and elegant wines from the three different soil types of the estate. The family uses the best of French and New World winegrowing techniques to capture the essence of Marlborough’s intense character and reveal the unique identity and depth of the Clos Henri terroir.

“Our ultimate objective is to offer a wine that tells you the story of its origin, whispers he is not French but Marlborough and voices he is a craft from the specific Clos Henri terroir” says Arnaud Bourgeois, General Manager.

Clos Henri uses natural methods from the vineyard to the winery, practices dry farming and is a proud member of MANA: Marlborough Natural Winegrowers. The estate has been fully certified organic since harvest of 2013. Through our organic management of the estate, it is our commitment at Clos Henri to show respect for the terroir through the respect of the land. We believe organic practices preserve our place, retaining healthy and alive soils for future generations to carry on our passion of traditional winegrowing.

In order to grow Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir that express the peculiarities of our three unique soil types on the estate, reducing the inputs that could alter the flavour and quality of the wines was inevitable. Clos Henri believes organic practices bring out the best in the fruit, the vineyard and produce the finest wines which truly express their terroir. It also shows vintage variation which is one of the most interesting parts of winemaking. As you taste the wine, it tells you the story of its life and its origins.

Reviews

"Personally, my favorite Marlborough winery"
- H. Yang

"This is one of those must-stop, must-visit
and must-taste places in NZ! A very, very
beautiful vineyard full of passion and love.
Really guys,you are phenomenal!"
- B. Dunker

"Their vineyards are replete with
wildflowers and healthy vines, and the wines showcase their distinctive terroir.
Excellent hospitality and attention to detail"
- D. Lauer

- Clos Henri Waimaunga Sauvignon Blanc 2024 -

Wine Enthusiast - 96 Points

#7 / 100 Top 100 Wines of 2025

"The power from the weathered clay soils of Waimaunga is on full display in this complex wine. There's herb-flecked lime and passionfruit, with salt-and-stone mineral notes tucked behind. The depth and generosity can really be felt on the palate. It's sculpted with a laser beam of acidity, an almost talc-like texture and an ultra long finish. One of this famed region's top Savvy Bs."

- Clos Henri Waimaunga Pinot Noir 2024 -

James Suckling - 95 Points

#40 / 100 Top 100 New Zealand Wine of 2025

"A broad wine with volume, drive and energy. On the nose it displays crushed raspberries, red cherries, wet stones and some wild herbs. Medium-bodied with creamy tannins. The palate is quite opulent but remains balanced and precise, with a long, lively, flavorful finish."

Bienvenue à Clos Henri Vineyard

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