"Claire Collini is a highly competent and knowledgeable wine specialist, with deep experience of the fine wine market, valuations and cellar management.  Having known and worked with her for many years, I have deep respect for her performance and integrity.  She is also a very effective auctioneer, with excellent technological and linguistic talents."

Serena Sutcliffe M.W.

"Claire is one of the most knowledgeable people I know in the international fine wine auction world. A fantastic and talented auctioneer, a fountain of knowledge on the very best wines in the world, and a kind, enthusiastic and dedicated person always keen to share her knowledge and to respond to the needs of her clients."

Colin Hay, Private Client

"Claire was the perfect auctioneer at our ‘Hollywood Glamour’ fundraising Ball! She was absolutely brilliant – we could not have asked for more. 

Claire brought an incredible energy and excitement to the event and her professionalism was second-to-none. In one night she raised a jaw-dropping £26,000 for our school. Her planning and attention to detail before the event were impeccable and it was a joy to work with her when preparing our lots. On the night she whipped up enthusiasm and really engaged with the audience, bringing a huge buzz to the evening. The auction was 100% the most exciting part of the night. We had no idea we could raise such an incredible sum and it was all down to Claire. THANK YOU CLAIRE."

Amy Shepherd, Chair of the PTFA, Primary School, London

“Claire valued and catalogued many important wine collections during her 20 years at Sotheby’s where she gained her vast expertise in fine wines spanning 19th century to the present day.   When dealing with any wine collection, Claire is meticulous in researching provenance and authenticity.

Although highly specialised and requiring great skill, Claire is a natural at taking wine auctions and makes auctioneering appear effortless.”

Stephen Mould, Retired Head of Sotheby’s Wine, London

"Claire valued a collection of wine for my family and she did it with an enormous enthusiasm and distinct knowledge of her subject.  She showed great care and thoughtfulness in her approach and in her follow up with members of my family.  I thoroughly recommend Claire and will undoubtedly contact her again should we need any further advice."

Lady P.,  Private Client

"Claire Collini officiated as auctioneer at our 2022 fundraising evening.  Her experience and professionalism allowed us to sell all the lots at prices beyond our expectations and to make the auction a success for our Charity.

Claire combines professionalism and pleasure with talent: she is a warm, smiling and very pleasant person with whom communication is straightforward and efficient."

CFBL Charity Gala

“It was a pleasure to work with Claire on a recent project. I was incredibly impressed with her high level of knowledge and expertise of the fine wine world.”

Katrina Smith, Founder of Tipple Talk