Explore the Unexpected – Petit Verdot Wine Launch

An intimate winter dinner. A bold new release. A guided tasting with a Master Sommelier.

Join us for a four-course evening at Brick Bay to mark the exclusive release of our Petit Verdot 2022—a rich, deeply structured red that’s seldom seen as a standalone varietal in Aotearoa. This is your first chance to taste it, guided by Cameron Douglas MS, New Zealand’s first Master Sommelier and one of the most respected voices in wine.

Cameron will lead a tasting journey through three wines shaped by Petit Verdot:

• Martello Rock 2021 – vibrant and earthy, with summer berries and silky tannins
• Pharos 2020 – a flagship blend, 71% Petit Verdot, layered and powerful
• Petit Verdot 2022 – our newest release, scored 95 points and described as “ink staining richness” with a “backbone of acidity and poise”

Each wine will be paired with a thoughtful dish from our Brick Bay kitchen—designed to echo the boldness, spice and complexity of this rare variety.

Date: Friday, 25 July 2025
Time: From 6 PM

Tickets: $95 per person — includes a four-course set menu.
Add a full wine pairing for $50 per person, featuring three expressions of our Petit Verdot, paired to each course and introduced with insights from winemaker Cameron.

How to book:
Add your dinner tickets to cart first, then add your wine pairings here before proceeding to checkout.

Please note: This is a prepaid dinner reservation. No physical or digital tickets will be sent. Your name will be added to our guest list, and we'll check you in on arrival.

Set 4 Course Menu

Note: Menu may change slightly to reflect seasonal ingredients.

Entrée

• Massimo stracciatella: With parsley pesto and Ringawera sourdough
• Crusted honeyed pumpkin: Prosciutto, dill sour cream, smoked pecans or macadamia

Main

• Red wine braised beef cheek: Whipped kawakawa & parmigiano polenta, creamed kale, garlic & toasted flaxseed

Dessert

• Chocolate, mandarin & ginger choux: A spiced, bittersweet finale

While we will do our utmost to accommodate dietary needs, please understand this is a limited menu event and we may not be able to fulfil every request.

Additional Information

Seating Requests: If you'd like to be seated with another booking, please email Cherie at functions@brickbay.co.nz and include the name associated with the other reservation.

Arrival Times: Bookings will be staggered every 15 minutes for a smooth and relaxed experience. You’ll receive your allocated arrival time via email closer to the event.

Dietary Requirements: This is a set menu and we may not be able to cater to all dietary needs. Please contact functions@brickbay.co.nz before booking if you have specific requests.

Cancellations: Refunds (minus a $5 per ticket fee) are available for cancellations made more than 72 hours before the event. Cancellations within 72 hours are non-refundable.

Ticket Policy: Bookings are non-transferable and only valid for the event date. There are no physical tickets; names will be checked at the door.

Event Cancellation: If the event is cancelled, all bookings will be refunded in full.

Menu Changes: The menu is subject to seasonal adjustments.