A Different Kind of Wine Bar Franchise
A Greek Wine Journey Concept
Cinque is a sommelier-driven, experience-first concept built inside real, operating wine bars — not in presentation decks or theoretical models.
Each Cinque location combines curated Greek wines, guided tasting experiences, deli & retail products, and authentic storytelling, designed to introduce guests to Greek wine culture in a structured and approachable way.
While each location adapts to its local market, all Cinque partners operate within a shared concept framework, with defined brand standards, training systems, and centralized know-how.
Cinque is designed for hands-on partners who value craft, hospitality, and long-term brand building — not for passive investors or copy-paste operators.
A Curated Network with a Strong Identity
Cinque is not a collection of identical wine bars.
It operates as a carefully built network of living, operating locations — each shaped by its neighborhood, yet united by a shared philosophy and approach to Greek wine, food, and hospitality.
The flagship locations in Athens (Psirri, Monastiraki and Glyfada) function as reference points for the brand, the guest experience, and the operational standards. These are real environments where the concept is tested, refined and lived on a daily basis.
From intimate neighborhood wine bars to premium, destination-driven concepts, each Cinque adapts to its market while remaining aligned with a centrally developed framework.
Wine curation, supplier relationships, training and brand standards are developed and supported centrally — allowing each location to express its own character without compromising quality or identity.
Each location is different.
The philosophy is the same.
Partnership Models Built on Structure, Not Guesswork
Cinque does not follow a one-size-fits-all franchise formula.
Partnership models are designed around location dynamics, market maturity, and the level of involvement of each partner — always within a clearly defined and tested framework.
This approach allows flexibility where it adds real value, while maintaining consistency, operational clarity, and brand integrity across the entire network.
Concept Flexibility & Market Adaptation
Cinque Wine & Deli was originally created as a platform dedicated to Greek wine culture, built around curated selections, guided tasting experiences, and authentic storytelling.
At the same time, the concept has been deliberately designed as a flexible, experience-driven wine bar framework — capable of being adapted to different markets, wine regions, or curated portfolios, always within clearly defined brand and operational standards.
In practice, this allows Cinque to operate:
- as a Greek wine–focused concept, as developed and operated in our core locations,
- as a market-adapted wine bar, reflecting selected regional or national vineyards, or
- as a customized concept, developed in collaboration with trusted partners and their own wine portfolios or producer networks.
While Greek vineyards remain at the heart of Cinque’s identity, the model is intentionally built to support thoughtful adaptation — never generic replication.
Each adaptation is developed selectively, ensuring alignment with Cinque’s philosophy of hospitality, education, and long-term brand value.
What You Receive as a Cinque Partner
Cinque partnerships are built on hands-on involvement, shared standards, and continuous collaboration — not on manuals handed over at launch.
As a Cinque partner, you gain access to a complete operational and brand ecosystem designed to support you before opening and throughout daily operation.
You receive:
- Brand identity, spatial concept, and experience design
- Central wine list curation and direct supplier access
- Structured training programs and operational manuals
- Ready-to-operate tasting experiences and formats
- Marketing guidance, content, and brand assets
- Ongoing support — directly from the founders and core team
You are never operating alone.
Who We Partner With
Cinque partnerships are built on hands-on involvement, shared standards, and continuous collaboration — not on manuals handed over at launch.
As a Cinque partner, you gain access to a complete operational and brand ecosystem designed to support you before opening and throughout daily operation.
You receive:
- Brand identity, spatial concept, and experience design
- Central wine list curation and direct supplier access
- Structured training programs and operational manuals
- Ready-to-operate tasting experiences and formats
- Marketing guidance, content, and brand assets
- Ongoing support — directly from the founders and core team
You are never operating alone.
Built by the Founders. Supported by the Network.
Cinque was created — and continues to be operated — by its founders.
The concept evolves inside real wine bars, through daily service, guest interaction, and continuous refinement.
This means every decision — from wine selection to experience design — is tested in practice before becoming part of the network.
As a partner, you benefit from a system that grows through operation, not theory — and from direct access to the people who built it.
Franchise Profile & Network Overview
Cinque Wine & Deli is a Greek-founded, founder-led wine bar network, established in 2015 and developed through a disciplined, selective expansion strategy focused on long-term value and brand integrity.
Internally, the concept operates under the Cinque GWJ™ (Greek Wine Journey) framework — a structured cultural hospitality model built around Greek wine, food, curated experiences, and storytelling.
Today, the brand operates three corporate-owned locations and one franchised store, forming a network of four active Cinque units. Each location follows the same core philosophy and Greek Wine Journey approach, while adapting to its local market and environment.
Prior franchise experience is not required.
However, all Cinque partners must be actively owner-operated, ensuring hands-on leadership, operational consistency, and alignment with the brand’s standards and values.
The company is led by Founder & CEO Nikitas Prassas, with network development, franchising, and partner support managed centrally by the Cinque Wine & Deli Bars Network.
Investors and prospective partners may request the full Cinque Franchise Prospectus — including detailed financial, operational, and development information — by completing the contact form below or by contacting us directly
at +30 215 5017853 or [email protected]
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Choosing a franchise partner is a two-way decision.
Before reaching out, we encourage you to review the information above carefully and consider whether the Cinque philosophy aligns with the way you want to operate, lead, and grow.
If what you’ve read resonates with you, the next step is simply a conversation.
Cinque franchising is a partnership model built around Greek wine, hospitality and carefully designed experiences.
We don’t replicate identical stores — we create Cinque locations that adapt to their city while remaining true to the network’s philosophy and standards.
Cinque is ideal for entrepreneurs, hospitality professionals and investors who value quality, storytelling and long-term brand building — not fast, copy-paste concepts.
Previous experience is helpful but not mandatory. What matters most is alignment with the Cinque philosophy, commitment to hospitality, and the ability to operate a premium concept consistently.
We are open to both domestic and international locations. Each proposal is evaluated individually based on market potential, location, and partner profile.
Franchise partners receive support across concept development, layout & design guidelines, product mix, training, brand identity, and ongoing network coordination.
The franchising journey follows a clear, step-by-step structure:
① Acquaintance
We get to know each other — values, vision and expectations.
② Location Selection
Evaluation of the proposed area and space.
③ Franchise Proposal
Presentation of the full business and partnership framework.
④ New Cinque Construction
Design, setup and concept implementation.
⑤ Education
Training on products, service, storytelling and operations.
⑥ Grand Opening
Launch planning and opening support.
⑦ Ongoing Network Support
Continuous guidance as part of the Cinque Network.
Timelines vary depending on location and readiness, but typically the process from initial contact to opening ranges from several months to one year.
Cinque remains actively involved through training updates, brand coordination, product development and strategic guidance. We grow together as a network.
Yes, in some cases. Existing wine bars or hospitality spaces may be adapted if they align with the Cinque concept and quality standards.
Simply contact us through the form and select Franchising. A member of the Cinque Network team will get back to you to begin the discussion.
START THE CONVERSATION
All inquiries are reviewed directly by the Cinque founders and core team.
This page is intended as an overview of our philosophy and collaboration framework, not as a commercial offer.