Let’s observe, taste & feel nature together and create meaningful and trusted collaborations.
An agency specialising in conception, consulting, communication & networking
within the natural wine industry, with a focus on wineries. Rooted in trust, passion, and expertise — drawn from the essence of nature. It combines a hands-on approach with thoughtful decision-making, delivering reliable support and fostering dynamic, vibrant connections.
SERVICES
I offer expert advice and fresh ideas for everything related to wine. My service is for wineries, restaurants, retailers, and event organisers who want to improve their wine selection, display, or wine events.
Together, we will analyse and screen your company, brand, and product positioning. We will define your market and target audience. We start by setting clear goals and priorities. In a next step, we will develop ideas, strengthen your brand, create new products, and test their quality and design. In addition, I offer implementation, event conception and management, like representing clients at wine fairs, wine training and masterclasses. In the process, I facilitate communication between wineries, retailers, restaurants and wine fairs.
Hi, I’m Dominik
the one (hu)man show behind this brand. My passions span natural wine, biodynamic agriculture, yoga, expressive art, dogs, and books on food and wine. For over 15 years, I’ve worked in the wine and restaurant industry, living in London and Greece before returning to Vienna.
Along the way, I’ve built meaningful connections in the international food and wine scene that continue to shape my work today. A few years ago, I took a deep dive into the world of viticulture — driven by the desire to understand nature, to observe, to feel and to taste it. I’ve since worked with several wineries focused on natural, biodynamic, or organic approaches.
While working with nature, I have become more aware of my strengths. These include organisation, strategy, communication, and an understanding of the global natural wine market. I also consider myself to be a creative individual with an eye for design and an appreciation for simplicity. I am a sociable person who enjoys connecting with and learning from different people. Founding Kantharos – wine agency was my way of weaving these elements into a purposeful whole — a trusted foundation for collaboration, for myself and my partners.
PARTNERS
Wine as it should be: raw, complex, and independent with rough edges. Lively and appealing, yet never superficial. A true reflection of pure nature and unique terroirs. The winemaker as a caring, sustainable companion, embracing responsibility and respect. Aligned with the larger harmony. Partners chosen with care, inspiring meaningful work. Together, we aim to showcase untouched, distinctive nature.
Matthias Hager
KAMPTAL, AUSTRIA
Uta & Marcus – Georgium
KÄRNTEN, AUSTRIA
Eva & Karl Schnabel – Ermihof
SOUTHERN STYRIA, AUSTRIA
Michael Fröschl
WEINVIERTEL, AUSTRIA
Schmecke das Leben
STYRIA, AUSTRIA
Judith Beck
NEUSIEDLERSEE, AUSTRIA
Petra & Franz Weninger
AUSTRIA & HUNGARY
Michael – Gut Gindl
WEINVIERTEL, AUSTRIA
Manuel Ploder-Rosenberg
VULKANLAND, AUSTRIA
Family Afianes – wines
IKARIA, GREECE
Alice & Roland Tauss
SOUTHERN STYRIA, AUSTRIA
Michi & Michi Lorenz
SOUTHERN STYRIA, AUSTRIA
NEWSLETTER
Wine in the spotlight: a pleasure that brings people together. Stay up to date by receiving my regular newsletter. Gain insight into the latest projects, exciting events and exclusive offers from my partners.
Zalto Glas – exclusive glassware partner / © Manu Grafenauer & Karakterre
PROJECTS
JUNE, 2026
‚TAGADA‘ for Matthias Hager
Concept & Communication
„Matthias Hager often went to the Prater amusement park and rode the Tagada, a fairground ride consisting of a large, spinning, bowl-shaped disc. It wobbles and jolts as it speeds up. All of this is set to some trashy music. “Please stay seated, don’t stand up!” The warning was well-intentioned, but Matthias skilfully ignored it. He wasn’t the type to just sit there and let himself be swept along and shaken about. He was one of the cool kids who stood in the middle of the spinning disc, showing off their dancing skills while trying to keep their balance. It was a unique feeling of weightlessness.“
A Tagada is a circle. A circle that turns, a circle that turns us too… A repeating cycle. Just like the reusable Mehrweg bottle, which can be refilled and comes back again.
© Nadja Hudovernik (Photos) & Pauline Rebollo (Label)
MAY, 2026
‚Horse-Powered Viticulture‘ – for Gut Gindl
Graphic & Moderation
This afternoon event at @gut_gindl was dedicated to all things wine and equine and featured winemakers who work with horses. The programme included a tasting of energetic, horse-powered wines from the winemakers. A magical horse experience in the vineyards with Matthias Weiländer and his majestic Noricans. And a podium talk with winemakers working their terroir by horse.
Might the horse-power be with you!
JANUARY, 2026
Podcast with ‚Wein für Wein‘
I had the pleasure of being invited by Kady and Michael from @weinfuerwein to their podcast. We talked about my career, my time as a sommelier and how I founded ‘Kantharos – wine agency’ a year ago. We talked about the steep vineyards of Styria and my love for Greece. I also explained how I started to embrace chaos in order to create structure. The situation in the wine industry shows that fear cannot bring about change; courage is needed instead. I shared some of my philosophy and my perspective on the current (natural) wine world.
I hope you enjoy listening to it on Spotify or Apple Podcasts
NOVEMBER, 2025
‚Authentic, Expressive & Vibrant‘ – Masterclass
To celebrate the 15th anniversary of @schmeckedasleben, we organised a masterclass followed by a tasting at the Sophie Tappeiner Gallery for the Viennese wine industry. I had the honour of hosting and moderating this event. ‚Schmecke das Leben‘ presented wines that had moved them over the past 15 years, and talked about the stories behind them. They also provided insight into their philosophies and principles.
Thanks to @zaltoglas and @voeslauermineralwasser and many thanks to @sophie.tappeiner for providing the stunning venue. And, of course, thanks to everyone who participated.
MAY, 2025
15 years of ‚Schmecke das Leben‘ – Masterclass
For the 15th anniversary of @schmeckedasleben I have organised and moderated a masterclass at the Karakterre wine fair. The community shared wines with stories that had touched them very closely. Vintages that were challenging, different and new to them. Wines that have shaped them in their careers as winemakers: ‘We Invite You To Taste Life!’
Five wineries, nine friends and one connection: a union. Schmecke das Leben. It’s about the connection between people in a society. In a community. Mutual trust has been the foundation of support for each individual’s journey over the years. The focus is on feeling the vibrancy in wine, rather than discussing its taste…
MAY, 2025
‚Hike with us!‘ – for Schmecke das Leben
We went on a hike with Schmecke das Leben through the beautiful countryside of southern Styria. We crossed meadows, ponds, hills and vineyards. Together with my partners from @schmeckedasleben we organised a side event for @wearekarakterre.
Werlitsch, Tauss, Tscheppe, Muster & Strohmeier presented some of their favourite wines, and Andi Tscheppe gave us a tour of the new winery. This was accompanied by delicious food from @milan_gataric of Restaurant @luxrotterdam and exceptional coffee from @klausthomsen of @coffeecollectif.
CONTACT
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Kantharos – wine agency e.U.
Blechturmgasse 8/11, 1040 Vienna, Austria
UID Nummer: ATU81428457
Firmenbuchnummer: FN 639997y
Firmenbuchgericht: Handelsgericht Wien
Werbeagentur & Handelsagent
Mitglied der WKÖ, WK Wien
Werbung und Marktkommunikation, Fachgruppe Wien
Handelsagenten, Landesgremium Wien
Berufsrecht: Gewerbeordnung www.ris.bka.gv.at
