Veuve Clicquot “Bold Conversations” at Cinque
Champagne Pairing Experience
On December 22, 2023, Cinque Wine & Deli had the honor of supporting the exclusive “Bold Conversations” event by Veuve Clicquot, organized in collaboration with Marie Claire.
The event brought together champagne lovers, industry professionals and media guests for an elegant afternoon dedicated to the art of champagne tasting and refined food pairing.
Champagne, Conversation and Pairing Expertise
Ted Lelekas, Brand Ambassador of Moët Hennessy, and Giovanna Likou led the tasting experience, introducing guests to the character, structure and philosophy behind Veuve Clicquot champagnes.
Alongside them, Cinque’s Master Sommelier Nikitas Prassas contributed to the gastronomic side of the experience, designing and curating the cheese and pairing platters that supported the event.
The focus was not simply on tasting champagne, but on understanding how structure, acidity, texture and aromatic profile interact with carefully selected flavors.
The Art of Champagne & Greek Pairing
For the event, Cinque developed bespoke platters featuring:
Selected Greek cheeses with diverse texture and intensity
Handcrafted Cinque chutneys designed to balance and elevate champagne acidity
Carefully structured combinations created to enhance Brut and vintage expressions
Each pairing was designed to highlight the elegance and precision of Veuve Clicquot, while introducing a subtle Greek gastronomic identity to the experience.
The collaboration demonstrated how champagne pairing can move beyond traditional options and enter a more creative and terroir-driven dialogue.
A Meeting of Brands
The evening represented a meaningful meeting point between global luxury brands and local expertise.
Veuve Clicquot’s legacy of bold innovation aligned naturally with Cinque’s philosophy of curated tasting experiences. The presence of Moët Hennessy’s Brand Ambassador, combined with the pairing vision of Nikitas Prassas, elevated the event beyond a standard tasting into a structured sensory experience.
Cinque as a Pairing Partner
By contributing to the creation of the pairing platters and supporting the gastronomic concept of the event, Cinque reinforced its position as a specialist in wine and champagne pairing.
This collaboration on December 22, 2023, reflected Cinque’s ongoing role as a trusted partner for premium wine and champagne houses seeking authenticity, expertise and creative execution.
An afternoon of bold conversations.
An evening defined by precision, elegance and harmony.