Meet
Mr. Cinque
Cinque’s virtual guide to Greek wine
A warm, illustrated host created by Cinque to make Greece’s native grapes, wine regions and stories simple, memorable and enjoyable.
Greek wine, one story at a time.
Mr. Cinque turns Greek wine knowledge into short, welcoming episodes. From Assyrtiko’s bright island character to Xinomavro’s depth and structure, each story is an invitation to taste Greece with confidence.
No lectures. No complicated language. Just the character of Greek wine.
A small glass. A whole country.
Greek Grapes
Native varieties with distinct personalities — explained clearly and remembered easily.
Wine Regions
From volcanic islands to mountain vineyards — the places that shape every bottle.
Pairings & Stories
Simple pairings, local traditions and the hospitality that gives Greek wine its meaning.
Start your Greek wine journey
Twenty-five short episodes. Twenty-five reasons to discover more.
Welcome to Greek Wine
Meet Mr. Cinque and begin the journey.
Meet Assyrtiko
Bright acidity, mineral energy and the spirit of the Aegean.
Meet Xinomavro
Red fruit, savory depth, firm tannins and bright acidity.
Kokoretsi × Santorini Assyrtiko
Bright acidity cuts through richness and meets smoky, savory flavor.
The Design of Cinque: Amalia Pontika
The designer behind Cinque’s distinctive visual identity.
Spanakopita × Malagousia
Herbs echo the wine’s botanical aromas, while feta and flaky pastry add richness.
Malagousia Revived
Nearly lost, then revived — expressive white wines with peach, flowers and fresh herbs.
Why Do We Swirl Wine?
A gentle swirl releases aromas into the air, making them easier for your nose to detect.
Smell Before You Sip
Your nose detects wine’s aromas, while your tongue identifies only five basic tastes.
Evangelia — The Heart of Hospitality
She turns Greek wine into warmth, conversation and the genuine feeling of home.
Sklava of Nemea
An ancient Greek white grape revived in Nemea, with pear, green apple, lemon, herbs and chamomile.
Look Before You Smell
Clarity, colour and intensity offer the first visual clues in your tasting.
Take a Small Sip
Sweetness, acidity, tannin, alcohol and body reveal the wine’s structure.
How to Recognise Acidity
The more your mouth waters after swallowing, the higher the wine’s acidity.
What Is the Finish?
How long the flavours remain after swallowing reveals the wine’s finish.
How to Recognise Tannin
A dry, gripping sensation on the gums reveals the wine’s tannin.
From India to Santorini
Nikhil chose a Santorini Grande Reserve—two ancient cultures meeting through volcanic terroir, hospitality and wine.
What Is Wine Body?
The weight and richness a wine creates on the palate—light, medium or full.
Santorini’s Basket Vines
The traditional kouloura protects the grapes from fierce winds and relentless Cycladic sun.
Naoussa — The Slopes of Xinomavro
Altitude, soils and exposure shape distinct expressions of Xinomavro on Mount Vermio.
Nemea — One Grape, Many Altitudes
Across seventeen villages, altitude, soils and exposure give Agiorgitiko many distinct expressions.
Mantinia — The Cool Plateau
A cool mountain plateau and late-ripening Moschofilero preserve freshness and delicate citrus, green fruit and rose-petal aromas.
Amyndeon — Xinomavro by the Lakes
The high plateau and nearby lakes create a cool climate, shaping a bright, elegant expression of Xinomavro.
Crete — Mountains Meet the Sea
Vineyards rise from low plains to high plateaus, shaped by mountains and northerly sea winds.
Cephalonia — Robola on Limestone Slopes
Robola climbs Mount Ainos through pale limestone, shaped by altitude, rock and Ionian light.
A virtual host with an authentic Greek wine story.
Mr. Cinque is a fictional illustrated virtual character. His scripts and wine information are created and reviewed by the Cinque team, bringing genuine wine knowledge and Greek hospitality to every episode.