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Founder Allan Frischman is one of the most trusted names in the global fine wine market. He has held senior roles at Hart Davis Hart Wine Auctions, Sotheby's, Fine and Rare UK and Morrell and Co. Wine Auctions. He also served as an expert witness in the landmark Rudy Kurniawan wine fraud case. With decades of experience authenticating, appraising and trading the world's most important bottles, he brings unmatched expertise and guidance to the serious collectors worldwide.
EXPERT SERVICES
Wine Acquisition & Marketplace Strategy
Independent guidance on when, where, and how to buy or sell. Drawing on more than 30 years in the auction and secondary markets, RWA will help you acquire the right wines at the right prices and represent your interests when it’s time to sell. RWA accepts no commissions or fees from auction houses—our loyalty is solely to you.
Cellar Management and Collector Advisory Services
Comprehensive portfolio oversight, including inventory management, cellar restructuring, succession planning, and appraisals. Whether your collection is expanding or in need of organization, RWA provides practical, discreet support to help you manage, value, and enjoy your wines.
Authenticity & Condition Assessment
Bottle-level evaluations by one of the world’s most experienced rare-wine experts. RWA will verify provenance, authenticity, and physical condition so you can buy with confidence and avoid unpleasant surprises when it’s time to open or sell.
Experience
With more than 30 years at the forefront of the global rare-wine market, Allan Frischman brings unmatched expertise in authentication, valuation, and secondary-market strategy. His leadership roles at Sotheby’s, Hart Davis Hart, and Fine+Rare have shaped industry standards and earned the trust of
collectors worldwide.
Integrity
Allan Frischman’s reputation for integrity comes from decades of setting the gold standard in wine inspection and authentication. His work with the FBI in the Kurniawan fraud case and his handling of many of the world’s most important collections reflect an unwavering commitment to accuracy, transparency, and trust.
Tailored Services
Every collection is unique, and so is the strategy behind it. From acquisition and consignment to cellar management, appraisal, and private experiences, each service is customized to your goals, preferences,
and long-term plans as a collector.
TESTIMONIALS
I was the FBI Case Agent on the Rudy Kurniawan wine fraud investigation. A crucial component of the investigation was to examine and assess a significant number of Kurniawan bottles seized pursuant to legal process. Simply put, for a successful case, we needed to identify and obtain the support of a "gold standard expert" knowledgeable about highly valuable and collectible wine collections.
That person became Allan Frischman who was retained by the Investigative Team, and brought honesty and integrity, unmatched expertise and thoroughness, and an analysis that was clear and accurate, and essential to our case. Based on my experience, I can recommend Allan for any wine project that calls for honesty and integrity, high-level expertise focused on the evaluation of condition and provenance, respect for confidentiality, and utmost professionalism.
James Wynn
Former FBI Special Agent
I have known Allan for over 15 years, both in the wine industry and as a friend. His passion for wine is
unmatched, and his integrity and expertise have earned him widespread respect. Allan is regarded as one
of the foremost authorities on wine authentication, bringing exceptional knowledge and precision to every
evaluation. His insights are invaluable to both wine auctions and retail markets, making him a trusted
consultant for collectors and professionals alike.
Conrad Kenley
Major North American Wine Collector
In a field crowded with pretenders and outright fraudsters, Allan Frischman is the real thing. Reliable, honest, and deeply knowledgeable, he’s one of the very few experts I trust when it comes to authenticity and condition. Allan is, without question, one of the best in the business
Don Cornwell
Attorney, Wine Fraud Researcher & Contributor, Wine Berserkers