Private little parties: cosy wine tastings and events up to 40 pax

Year-end plans sneaking up? We got you. Our cosy spot at Robertson Quay is built for chill, low-stress hosting. You bring the people and the vibe. We’ll handle the boards and pours.

From guided tastings to mingle nights, team wind-downs to birthday cheers, we make it friendly, flexible, and fun. Pick wines by the glass to explore, then grab retail bottles to keep the night flowing at home.

Tell us your date, pax, vibe, and any dietary notes. That’s it. We’ll sort the rest.

What our event space is like

Short answer, it is your neighbourhood living room with better wine. Longer answer, an event space is a flexible area you can reserve for gatherings, tastings, and small parties. At Barely Aged, think indoor couches and counter perches, plus breezy outdoor seating by the river. We host up to 40 pax comfortably. Sit, stand, mingle, make a toast. Light AV is welcome, and we can help with mic placement and plug points, no problem.

How would we describe our event space? Cosy, unpretentious, friendly. Ideal for team socials, client evenings, birthdays, farewells, and tasting-led nights where people actually talk to each other.

Pick your format

Choose the flow that fits your crew. We’ll tailor boards and pours to match.

• Guided tasting: A hosted flight through 4 to 6 wines, light to fuller. Great for teams and client nights. Expect tasting notes, pairing tips, and the “sip, nibble, sip” ritual.

• Mingle social: Standing or mixed seating, wines by the glass, roaming boards refilled on cue. Chatty and photogenic.

• Mini masterclass: Focus on a theme like Pinot Noir or sparkling. Learn a little, drink very well.

• Private dining style: Prefer a sit-down? Private dining means reserving the space for your group with a curated menu of cheese, charcuterie, and pours, served in courses.

Want a hybrid? We can start guided, then open it up to a freestyle mingle. Easy.

Sample timelines that just work

For a 2-hour tasting:

• 0:00 - Welcome bubbles or a crisp white

• 0:10 - First flight pours with soft cheese pairings

• 0:40 - Second flight with semi-hard and blue; quick palate tips

• 1:20 - Open picks by the glass; top up favourite bottles

• 1:45 - Toast, photos, hugs; plan the afters

For a 2.5-hour mingle:

• 0:00 - Sparkling on arrival, first grazing platter lands

• 0:30 - Wine by the glass rotation, plus a meat-forward board

• 1:15 - Crowd favourite reds take the lead

• 2:00 - Sweet-salty finishers; guests pick retail bottles for home

Portion math, painless

How much cheese for 20 guests? If it is pre-dinner or light nibbles, plan about 60 to 80g per person, so 1.2 to 1.6kg total. If the board is the meal, plan 120 to 150g per person, so about 2.4 to 3kg total. Add cured meats at roughly half the cheese weight if you want a balanced graze. We can scale this across a few boards so everyone gets a little of everything without queueing.

Boards to match your vibe

We build boards with balance and colour. Soft, semi-hard, hard, blue. Crunchy, sweet, salty. Jam, honey, pickles, nuts, fruit. If you want a showpiece, we can stack a grazing table look. If you want grab-and-go ease, we keep it neat and fast.

If you are browsing ideas, peek at our cheese platters and mixed boards in our collection. You will spot options for a grazing platter and a charcuterie board that we customise for your headcount and preferences.

Wine by the glass, then bottles to go

Our wines by the glass rotation makes picking easy. Taste side by side, find your favourite, then take bottles home. Chilled whites, juicy reds, sparkling fun, and a few surprises. Pinot Noir for the crowd-pleasers. Cabernet Sauvignon for the structured sippers. Sauvignon Blanc and other white wine styles for hot nights. Sparkling wine or Champagne to kick off any party.

Planning your visit? See what a wine tasting looks like at our bar, then swing by to try before you buy.

• Explore the bar and wines by the glass: visit our wine tasting page at Barely Aged

• Build a cheese-and-wine night at home: check our wine pairings guide

AV-lite tips for smooth sailing

Keep it simple. Short toast? We can set a mic point near the counter. Slides or a quick deck? Bring a laptop and HDMI adaptor. Background playlist? Send us your Spotify link. We keep volumes chat-friendly so you can actually hear each other.

How to make a beautiful charcuterie platter

Start with anchors like a wheel of Brie or a wedge of Gouda, then fan crackers and bread in arcs. Add folds of prosciutto and ribbons of salami. Drop in olives, cornichons, and nuts as colourful clusters. Finish with jam, honey, and fresh fruit for shine. Aim for varied shapes and easy reach. Want a shortcut? Order our cheese platters or a charcuterie and cheese board, then add a meat platter or fruit platters if your guest list is extra hungry.

What meats are best for charcuterie

Prosciutto for melt-in-the-mouth elegance, salami for peppery bite, mortadella for buttery comfort, and a spicy chorizo if you like a kick. Balance styles so every nibble feels different.

Are charcuterie boards still popular in 2025

Yes. They are shareable, flexible with dietary needs, and perfect with wine. Plus they look great in photos, and even better in real life.

FAQ, quick and helpful

• What is the meaning of event space? It is a reservable venue for gatherings, tastings, or parties, set up with seating, service, and light AV support.

• What is a good event name? Keep it simple and fun. Ideas: Sip, snack, and say cheers; Friday wind-down club; Pinot and pals; Team toast night; Year-end sip and chat.

• How do you describe an event space? By capacity, vibe, layout, and support. Ours is cosy, flexible, river-breezy, and great for up to 40 pax.

• How much cheese do I need for 20 guests? About 1.2 to 1.6kg for light nibbles, or 2.4 to 3kg if the board is the meal.

• What is meant by private dining? A reserved space for your group, with a hosted menu and service designed just for you.

• How to make a beautiful charcuterie platter? Mix textures and colours, layer meats and cheeses, add sweet-salty bits, and finish with fruit and herbs.

• What meats are best for charcuterie? Prosciutto, salami, mortadella, and chorizo are reliable anchors. Add a wild card if you like.

• Are charcuterie boards still popular in 2025? Absolutely. Still grazing, still trending, still delicious.

• Can you have wine delivered to your house? Yes. We deliver, with free delivery above $200 for wine orders. Or buy online and pick up.

• Which alcohol delivery app is best? Preferences vary by area and promotions. For our range and advice, order direct from our site for wine delivery so we can help with picks and pairings.

Keep the night going at home

After your party, grab bottles from our wine store collection so the afters can roll on at yours. If you prefer to buy wine online, we have you covered. Free delivery above $200. Easy.

Ready to host with zero stress

Message us with date, pax, vibe, and dietary notes. We will build the boards, set the pours, and keep the glasses topped. Come by for a quick taste first if you like. Stay for a flight, leave with a bottle, and call it a perfect night.

Summary: small parties, big flavour, zero fuss. Up to 40 pax, personalised boards, wines by the glass, free wine delivery above $200. Tell us the date and headcount, and we will do the rest.