The most complete Cinque experience.
Cinque Signature represents the full expression of the Cinque philosophy.
A layered wine bar experience combining curated Greek wines, guided tastings, deli & retail products, and immersive storytelling.
Inspired by the Monastiraki flagship, this model is designed for locations with strong footfall, mixed local and international audiences, and a demand for depth, discovery, and premium hospitality.
Cinque Signature is experiential, structured, and commercially diversified — without sacrificing intimacy or authenticity.
Concept Overview
Cinque Signature is a full-format wine bar & deli concept where wine, education, retail, and hospitality coexist seamlessly.
The experience includes:
- An extended, centrally curated Greek wine list
- Structured tasting experiences integrated into daily service
- A curated deli & retail offering (wine, food, gifts)
- Story-driven hosting led by trained wine professionals
- A space designed to invite discovery, not just consumption
This model allows guests to drink, learn, shop, and engage — all within one coherent experience.
Who Cinque Signature Is For
Cinque Signature is ideal for partners who:
- Want to operate a flagship-level concept
- Are comfortable managing a multi-layered operation
- Value premium positioning and experiential depth
- Are present and actively involved in daily leadership
This model suits partners seeking scale with meaning, not volume without identity.
Revenue Logic
Cinque Signature generates revenue through:
- Wine by the glass & bottle
- Guided tastings and curated wine flights
- Retail wine & deli product sales
- Gift boxes & experiential packages
- Private tastings, groups, and hosted experiences
The diversified structure creates multiple revenue streams, smoothing seasonality and increasing average spend per guest.
Space & Setup Philosophy
Cinque Signature is designed for:
- Medium to larger hospitality spaces
- Bar-centric layouts combined with seated areas
- Clear zoning between bar, tasting, and retail elements
- Strong visual identity supporting exploration and flow
The space functions as both a wine bar and a destination — without becoming transactional.
Operational Rhythm
Cinque Signature operates across different guest moments:
- Aperitivo & casual wine bar hours,
- Guided tastings and experiences,
- Retail discovery during peak footfall,
- Evening hospitality and group hosting.
This rhythm allows flexibility while maintaining operational clarity.
Support & Brand Structure
Cinque Signature partners operate within the full Cinque ecosystem:
- Central wine curation & supplier network
- Advanced training in wine, tastings, and hosting
- Proven experience formats and retail frameworks
- Marketing guidance and brand assets
- Continuous support from the founders and core team
Cinque Signature is not complexity for its own sake.
It is completeness, built with discipline.
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.