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

Set 4 Course Menu

Please note that the menu may change.

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 all dietary needs, please understand that this is a limited menu event, and we may not be able to fulfill every request.

Seating Arrangements: Please email Cherie at functions@brickbay.co.nz if you wish to be seated next to another booking. Include the names associated with the other booking.
Booking Times: Bookings will be staggered every 15 minutes to ensure a smooth and relaxed evening. You will be contacted with your exact arrival time via email closer to the event.
Dietary Information: Please be aware that this is a set menu, and we may not be able to accommodate all dietary requirements. If you have specific needs, please contact Cherie at functions@brickbay.co.nz before making your booking.
Cancellations: Please cancel as early as possible to allow us to fill your spot. Cancellations made up to 72 hours before the event are eligible for a refund, minus a $5 per ticket cancellation fee. Cancellations within 72 hours of the event are non-refundable.
Ticket Policy: Tickets are valid only for the date of the event and are non-transferable.
Event Cancellation: In the unlikely situation that this event is cancelled, all tickets will be refunded in full.
Menu Changes: Please note that the menu may be subject to change.