Cellar Match Steward Program
Access verified private collections
Free to join. No subscription. Pay only when a match completes.
Who is a Cellar Match Steward?
A Cellar Match Steward is any licensed entity with the ability to obtain a wine and spirits collection directly from an individual owner. Whether you operate an established auction house or an online retail platform, if you work directly with private collectors, you belong here.
Licensed wine auction houses
Online wine retailers
Licensed resellers
How It Works
Browse verified collections
Access curated listings from verified Collection Owners with provenance documentation and condition reports.
Submit an Acquisition Proposal
Propose on the full collection or select individual bottles. Set your valuation and terms.
Get matched
Cellar Suite AI evaluates proposals against the Collection Owner's goals to Confirm a Match with the right fit.
Complete the transfer
Once a match is confirmed, coordinate the transfer directly with the Collection Owner.
Why Cellar Match
Access unavailable collections
Browse private collections that never appear on the open market. Every listing is backed by identity-verified Collection Owners and provenance documentation.
Provenance you can trust
Every collection carries a provenance strength score. Verified listings come with reviewed documentation and identity-checked Collection Owners.
Reduce workforce effort
Platform efficiency replaces manual sourcing, vetting, and negotiation. Spend less time chasing leads and more time closing the right deals.
Transparent fee structure
Know exactly what you pay before you commit. The Platform Fee is disclosed upfront — no hidden costs, no surprises after the match.
Transparent, competitive fees
| Fee | Rate | When |
|---|---|---|
| Match Fee | 0.75% | When you Confirm a Match |
| Final Fee | 2.25% | after transfer completion |
3% total Platform Fee
0.75% on proposal value at match · 2.25% on Final Settled Value
The split fee structure protects you from unknowns that can arise once a collection is in your possession. Pay a small commitment upfront and settle the remainder only once the engagement is finalized and the Final Settled Value is confirmed.
Platform Fee is disclosed to Cellar Match Stewards only and is not visible to Collection Owners. No listing fees. No monthly charges.
Built for serious wine businesses
Cellar Suite is not a transactional platform — it is a matching and introduction service built for the wine industry. As a Cellar Match Steward, you join as a partner in a network of verified Collection Owners and licensed professionals.
AI-powered proposal comparison
Cellar Suite AI scores and ranks every Acquisition Proposal against the Collection Owner's stated goals, giving you clear insight into what matters most.
Cellar Suite Verified collections
Every listing carries a provenance strength score. Verified collections come with identity-checked Collection Owners and reviewed documentation.
Structured Acquisition Proposal flow
Propose on full collections or individual bottles with per-bottle valuations. The structured format ensures clarity for both parties.
Compliance trail and documentation
Every step — from proposal submission to match confirmation — is logged with timestamps, creating a complete audit trail.
Licensed professionals only
Only licensed entities may participate as Cellar Match Stewards. Verification of licensure is required before accessing any listing.
Multi-channel support
Whether you operate an auction house, an online retail business, or a brokerage, Cellar Suite provides the infrastructure to discover, evaluate, and connect with private Collection Owners at scale.
Register now — no subscription required
Create your account, complete verification, and start browsing verified private collections. There is no cost to join and no monthly fees.