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The World’s Leading Wine Collection Experts

Chai Consulting is the trusted authority in wine collection management. Whether you’re building, valuing, or liquidating a cellar, we deliver clarity, confidence, and results—anywhere in the world.

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Founded by renowned wine expert Maureen Downey in 2005, Chai Consulting is the globally recognized authority in fine wine collection management. We are independent, discreet, and precise — trusted by collectors, estates, institutions, and fiduciaries around the world.

Our team has consulted on, curated, and liquidated some of the world’s most significant wine and spirits collections. As expert witnesses, we’ve played a decisive role in winery loss claims, criminal and civil litigation, and appraisals for insurance, tax, and estate needs.

With offices in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, Chai Consulting brings global reach with local expertise. Whether you’re investing, managing an extensive cellar, or preparing to sell a collection, we make the process clear, secure, and highly rewarding.

Our Services

Full-Spectrum Wine Collection Management

We offer conflict-free, expert services built for high-net-worth individuals and institutions:

Collection & Inventory Management

Streamlined organization, cataloging, and maintenance that puts clarity and control first.

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Liquidation & Sourcing

Sell for best value—or acquire rare bottles—with sharp market insight and absolute integrity.

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Appraisals & Expert Witness

Precise valuations for insurance, estate planning, litigation, and loss—even in complex legal contexts.

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TCM® Wine Authentication

Our proprietary method verifies provenance and condition—pre-sale or post-purchase—with results you can trust. Authenticated bottles earn certification through Chai Vault, our secure digital registry of provenance.

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Get in touch

171 Main Street #263
Los Altos, CA 94022
T: 415-729-9699

info@chaiconsulting.com

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