{"id":38380,"date":"2018-11-16T15:49:51","date_gmt":"2018-11-16T13:49:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cinque.gr\/?p=38380"},"modified":"2026-01-16T19:12:19","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T17:12:19","slug":"excellent-total-experience-wine-bar-estia-awards-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cinque.gr\/el\/excellent-total-experience-wine-bar-estia-awards-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Excellent Total Experience: Cinque Wine & Deli Honored at the ESTIA Awards 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Excellent \u2013 Silver Award for Total Experience in the Wine Bar Category<\/h2>

In 2019, Cinque Wine & Deli<\/strong> was once again recognized for its unwavering commitment to excellence, receiving the Excellent \u2013 Silver Award for Total Experience in the Wine Bar category<\/strong> at the prestigious ESTIA Awards 2019.<\/p>

This distinction marked the third time<\/strong> Cinque Wine & Deli was honored with a Silver Award at the ESTIA Awards \u2014 a rare achievement that confirmed the consistency, depth and authenticity<\/strong> of the experience that defines the Cinque brand.<\/p>

The award was received by \u039d\u03b9\u03ba\u03ae\u03c4\u03b1 \u03a0\u03c1\u03ac\u03c3\u03c3\u03b1<\/strong>, oenologist and Head Sommelier of Cinque Wine & Deli, on behalf of the entire team \u2014 a moment that reflected not a single success, but a sustained philosophy of wine hospitality<\/strong> built over time.<\/p>

Total Experience as a Living Philosophy<\/h2>

\u03a4\u03bf Total Experience<\/strong> category at the ESTIA Awards goes far beyond product quality.
It recognizes venues that deliver a complete, cohesive and emotionally resonant guest journey<\/strong> \u2014 from atmosphere and service to storytelling, expertise and human connection.<\/p>

For Cinque Wine & Deli, this recognition validated a philosophy carefully shaped since its early years:<\/p>

-Wine as a cultural and educational experience<\/strong>, not simple consumption<\/p>

-Human-centered hospitality inspired by Greek filoxenia<\/strong><\/p>

-Thoughtfully curated Greek wine selections, served with context and meaning<\/strong><\/p>

-A welcoming environment where every guest feels part of the table<\/strong><\/p>

At Cinque, the experience begins before the first sip<\/strong> and lingers long after the last glass<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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A Benchmark Wine Bar Experience in Athens<\/h2>

By 2019, Cinque Wine & Deli had already established itself as a reference point for wine bars in Athens<\/strong>, attracting both locals and international visitors seeking authentic Greek wine experiences.<\/p>

Each visit offered:<\/p>

-Carefully designed wine flights focused on indigenous Greek grape varieties<\/strong><\/p>

-Expert guidance from trained sommeliers and oenologists<\/strong><\/p>

-Pairings with Greek cheeses, cured meats and delicacies<\/p>

-An atmosphere balancing professional expertise with warmth and approachability<\/strong><\/p>

\u03a4\u03bf Excellent \u2013 Silver Award for Total Experience<\/strong> recognized this holistic approach \u2014 one that blends expertise, emotion and consistency<\/strong> into a single, seamless journey.<\/p>

Consistency That Builds Trust and Recognition<\/h2>

Receiving the ESTIA Awards Silver distinction for the third time<\/strong> reinforced what had already become clear:<\/p>

Cinque Wine & Deli was not driven by trends or momentary success.
It was building a long-term, sustainable and scalable wine bar concept<\/strong>.<\/p>

This multi-year consistency positioned Cinque as:<\/p>

-One of the most awarded wine bars in Greece<\/strong><\/p>

-A concept trusted by both industry professionals and the public<\/strong><\/p>

-A benchmark for experiential wine hospitality<\/strong><\/p>

-A model capable of growth without compromising authenticity<\/strong><\/p>

The People Behind the Experience<\/h2>

The 2019 award was received by \u039d\u03b9\u03ba\u03ae\u03c4\u03b1 \u03a0\u03c1\u03ac\u03c3\u03c3\u03b1<\/strong>, whose role as Head Sommelier and oenologist has been instrumental in shaping Cinque\u2019s wine philosophy and experiential identity.<\/p>

Behind the distinction stood the collective effort of the Cinque team \u2014 united by a shared belief that wine hospitality should be genuine, educational and deeply human<\/strong>.<\/p>

Moving Forward with the Same Commitment<\/h2>

As stated at the time of the award:<\/p>

\u201cWe will continue the hard work.\u201d<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>

Not as a slogan \u2014 but as a promise.<\/p>

A promise to evolve without losing identity,
to honor Greek wine,
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