Join a fast-growing European network and bring the French wine-by-the-glass experience to the United States.
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We are looking for dedicated, passionate entrepreneurs who want to join a proven and unique wine bar concept.
These are the key expectations and venue formats we look for to give your project the best chance of success:
Bustling city centers, tourist districts, or high-traffic retail areas.
800 to 2,200 square feet with an outdoor area, in a warm setting that reflects the concept's identity. 30 to 70 seats.
A partnership that gives you access to the Cercle des Arômes brand and expertise while you run your own business.
Renewable for a seven-year term.
Passionate operators who want to run their own venue. A background in wine or hospitality is not required—we'll train you.
A comprehensive wine-by-the-glass experience designed to set Le Cercle des Arômes apart from traditional wine bars.
A concept born and developed in France, combining wine culture, hospitality, and a distinctive European identity.
We provide comprehensive initial and ongoing training at one of our existing locations, giving you the knowledge and tools you need to deliver the Le Cercle des Arômes experience and maintain our standards of excellence.
We help you build a selection tailored to your market, combining French, American, and international wines.
From site evaluation and training to opening and ongoing operational support.
Take advantage of professional marketing support, brand content, communication materials, and social media resources designed to strengthen the Le Cercle des Arômes brand and support your local presence.
We help you evaluate potential locations to determine whether they are a good fit for the concept.
Guidelines for recreating the identity and atmosphere of Le Cercle des Arômes, tailored to the specific characteristics of your venue.
We help you prepare your project—by developing your business plan and financial projections—and support you in your discussions with banks and financial partners.
We help you identify suppliers and build a wine selection tailored to your region and your target customers.
Comprehensive training covering the concept, wine service, operations, and the guest experience.
Our team supports you through the preparation and launch of your web Cercle des Arômes.
Access to brand guidelines, communication materials, and support for your local launch.
Operational follow-up and ongoing support after opening.
From our first wine bar in France to a rapidly expanding European network.
Cercle des Arômes , opened its first location in France in 2017. Since then, the concept has expanded into several European markets while maintaining the same philosophy: wine discovery, an extensive by-the-glass selection, and a warm, welcoming French atmosphere.
Today, we are looking for entrepreneurs to help us write the next chapter of our story in the United States. 🇫🇷 → 🇺🇸