Cinque Wine & Deli Reaches #1
inque Wine & Deli Reaches #1 on TripAdvisor for the First Time
In 2017, Cinque Wine & Deli reached another defining milestone in its journey, receiving international recognition from the United Kingdom at the prestigious LUX Excellence Awards.
Cinque Wine & Deli was honored with two major distinctions:
-Wine Bar of the Year 2017 – Athens
-LUX Excellence Award for Cheese Tasting Sessions – Athens
An achievement that confirmed what guests and wine lovers had already been saying — that Cinque was redefining what a wine bar experience in Athens could be.
An International Seal of Excellence
Receiving recognition from an international institution such as the LUX Excellence Awards marked an important moment for Cinque Wine & Deli.
It was not only a celebration of quality, but a validation of a philosophy built around:
-Authentic Greek wine culture
-Carefully curated tasting experiences
-Educational storytelling through wine and food
-Warm, human-centered hospitality
This award placed Cinque among the most distinguished wine bars internationally, strengthening its reputation beyond Greece.
Cheese & Wine as a Cultural Experience
Το LUX Excellence Award for Cheese Tasting Sessions highlighted a key element of the Cinque identity:
the elevation of Greek cheese and wine pairings into a structured, experiential journey.
At Cinque, cheese tastings were never served as simple accompaniments. They were designed as:
-Guided sessions with Greek PDO cheeses
-Thoughtful wine pairings that enhanced both elements
-Storytelling moments connecting terroir, producers, and tradition
This approach transformed tastings into memorable experiences — a concept that would later become one of Cinque’s strongest signatures.
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At the same time, Cinque Wine & Deli was maintaining its top position on TripAdvisor for 19 consecutive months, thanks entirely to guest reviews and trust.
This ongoing support from travelers and locals alike reinforced one simple truth:
Excellence is built every day — one guest, one glass, one experience at a time.
A Growing Legacy of Awards
The LUX Excellence Awards of 2017 became another chapter in what would soon evolve into a rare distinction:
👉 Cinque Wine & Deli emerging as one of the most awarded wine bar concepts in Greece and internationally
Each award added depth — not just to the brand’s reputation, but to its responsibility to keep evolving without losing authenticity.
Moving Forward with the Same Commitment
As shared at the time:
“We will continue the hard work.”
Not as a slogan — but as a promise.
A promise to honor Greek wine, elevate gastronomy, and deliver experiences worthy of global recognition.
And the journey was only just beginning. 🍷🏆