Connecting Wineries With The World
What does Ergociant mean?
Ergociant is a name that embodies our philosophy and purpose.
Ergo: Derived from the Greek word meaning "that which a man produces by his labour", reflecting the value created through meaningful work.
-Ciant: Inspired by the French term négociant, symbolizing expertise, excellence and a sophisticated approach to trade and partnerships in the wine industry.
Our vision is to lead in providing innovative and high-quality export solutions, to become the leading partner for Greek and Cypriot wineries, while driving their growth in international markets and creating value for all stakeholders.
Meet the Team
At Ergociant, we connect wineries with global distribution channels, empowering them to achieve sales growth, financial success, and international recognition.
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Co-FounderWith a passion for wine and a strong entrepreneurial spirit, Yannis Athanasakopoulos has built a successful career in the wine industry. His extensive experience includes roles as a sommelier in fine-dining restaurants, a wine cellar clerk, and currently as wine manager at Atlas Großhandel GmbH in Munich.
Because of his experience, he has a thorough understanding of the industry's needs and the expectations of restaurant managers, sommeliers, and wine buyers. Passionate about continuous development, he is pursuing an MBA in International Business to study best practices for thriving in a globalized environment. His deep knowledge and experience ensure that we create effective strategies to establish and grow your wines in the marketplace.
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Co-FounderCyril Meidinger has a deep knowledge and a personal approach to wine. With more than seven years' experience as Export Manager at Robinson & Sinclair, one of South Africa's leading négociants, he is a trusted partner in the sector.
Under his guidance, he achieved significant sales of over $1 million in the US, and managed a turnover of $500,000 in Canada (including LCBO and SAQ). In addition, with excellent knowledge of five languages (Afrikaans, English, French, German, and Greek) and a Master's degree in Business Administration, Cyril is well equipped to boost your international wine sales. His extensive network of wine buyers in major global markets guarantees that we will find the right buyer for your wine.
Services We Offer
WE TAKE OVER YOUR EXPORT DEPARTMENT
We offer wineries a cost-effective solution by taking over the export department, allowing them to focus on production and other key aspects of their business.
WE WRITE CONTENT AND CREATE YOUR BRANDING
Our team creates compelling content and develops strong brand identities to improve wineries' market position and storytelling.
WE DESIGN YOUR COMPETITIVE COMMERCIAL POLICY
We help wineries create competitive marketing policies by analyzing market trends, competition and public preferences. Our strategies optimize pricing, distribution and promotion to enhance market share and ensure competitive advantage.
WE PLAN YOUR EXPORTS, NEGOTIATE AND CONCLUDE AGREEMENTS
We help wineries to create and execute export plans, expand into international markets and secure favourable agreements. By leveraging our expertise and network, we maximize export opportunities and build lasting partnerships.
WE MEET POTENTIAL BUYERS FOR YOU
We organize trips on behalf of wineries to meet potential buyers, ensuring face-to-face negotiations and strengthening relationships that lead to successful partnerships.
WE PROVIDE TAILOR-MADE SERVICES
We are the only consulting firm with a holistic approach providing personalized services. We apply our years of experience in major markets, focusing only on wine and with the unique ability to match the right wine with the right client.
The Problems We Solve...
You created your winery with effort, sacrifice and significant investment. You have equipped yourselves with cutting-edge technology, cared for your vineyards in an exemplary manner for excellent grapes and worked with experienced oenologists. You have invested everything in production and quality to achieve the best possible results. Your production potential is satisfactory, perhaps with room for growth.
However, you face a significant challenge: exports are not performing as expected and revenues remain low. The quality of your wine is unquestionable, but it does not translate into corresponding commercial success on international markets. The question "Why?" is constantly on your mind.
The answer often lies in the need for an equally strategic investment in promoting and selling your product as you did in producing it. Export development requires expertise, a network of contacts and systematic effort - resources that may seem like an "extra expense".
But just as you need know-how for winemaking, you also need the right export strategy.
Here comes Ergociant. We understand the value of your production and the need for an effective international presence. We take on the role of your specialized export department, offering:
Strategic Planning: We create plans tailored to your winery.
Network access: We use our contacts to find the right buyers.
Integrated Management: We handle the negotiations and the export process.
And all this, at a competitive cost that makes investing in exports affordable and profitable.
Why choose Ergociant?
With Ergociant, you gain a reliable ally dedicated to increasing sales, high revenues and opportunities in international markets. We are the bridge your winery needs for global success. Let's work together to turn your vision into reality.
With years of experience in the wine industry, we combine our expertise and global network to create customized strategies for each winery. Whether expanding into new markets, boosting sales or creating long-term growth plans, our team ensures results that matter.
We are passionate, flexible, and goal-driven. We excel at solving problems, resolving conflicts, and turning challenges into opportunities. Our creativity and empathy allow us to connect deeply with our clients, providing cost-effective solutions that prioritize their needs.
When you partner with Ergociant, you gain a trusted ally dedicated to increasing sales, high revenues, and opportunities in international markets.
Let's work together to turn your vision into reality.
Contact Us
Don't let the excellent work and quality of your wine be limited. Contact Ergociant to discuss how we can unlock your winery's international potential and increase your global sales.
yannis@ergociant.com
+30 6948428972
cyril@ergociant.com
+33 626375991