at the Estia Awards 2023

A Landmark Distinction Celebrating Greek Wine, Authentic Hospitality & an Award-Winning Wine Bar Experience

Looking for the best Greek wine bar experience in Athens?
At Cinque Wine & Deli, we believe that every glass of wine tells a story — of place, people and culture. In 2023, that story was officially recognized with Gold.

In November 2023, Cinque Wine Bars proudly received the Gold Award for Experience at the Estia Awards, honoring the overall wine bar experience we offer: atmosphere, service, storytelling and deep respect for Greek wine.

This distinction stands as one of the highest recognitions in Greek gastronomy and hospitality.

A Wine Bar Experience Recognized at the Highest Level

The Estia Awards celebrate excellence across Greece’s food, beverage and hospitality landscape, highlighting concepts that combine quality, originality and meaningful guest experience.

Receiving the Gold Award for Experience places Cinque among a very small group of wine bars that are not only successful — but consistently exceptional.

This award confirms that Cinque is not defined by a single element, but by the total experience:

The way wine is presented

The way guests are welcomed

The way stories are shared

The way Greek culture is translated into modern hospitality

A Journey of Continuous Recognition

Cinque’s relationship with the Estia Awards reflects a long-term commitment to excellence:

Silver Award — Total Experience (2016)
Wine Bar Category

Gold Award — Experience (2023)

What began as early recognition evolved into a defining milestone — a Gold Award that celebrates seven years of growth, refinement and authenticity.

This trajectory is a clear signal: Cinque did not peak early.
It matured.

Inspired by Greek Filoxenia & a Deep Love for Greek Wine

At the heart of Cinque lie two values that never change:

Greek filoxenia — genuine hospitality rooted in generosity and connection
Greek wine — diverse, expressive and deeply tied to the land

Every Cinque location is designed to deliver more than service. It offers:

Curated Greek wine tastings in Athens

Food & wine pairings rooted in Greek tradition

Access to over 30 indigenous Greek grape varieties

Stories of small producers and historic vineyards from across Greece

Whether guests join us for a guided tasting, a romantic evening, or a spontaneous glass of wine, the goal is always the same:
to create an experience worth remembering.