Consulting for wineries helped Charlie Hoppes establish his own winery. The benefits from consulting often go two ways, according to experienced winemakers who work as consultants. “One of the things I enjoy about consulting is that you get a little broader exposure to what’s going on in the industry,” said Brian Carter, co-owner of Brian Carter Cellars. After working in a few California wineries, Carter started making wines in Washington State in 1980 at Paul Thomas Cellars, and quickly earned a reputation as a leader in the industry. He began ­consulting in 1988. “Obviously, you’re being paid to give your […]