At Waller Wine Consulting, my mission is to empower wineries to reach their fullest potential through tailored, innovative, and cost-efficient winemaking solutions. I believe the best wines are created where artistry meets science—where tradition is respected, yet the future is embraced. By fostering sustainable practices, improving vineyard health, and refining cellar techniques, I help clients craft wines that authentically express their terroir and vision, while optimizing resources and controlling costs. My goal is to build long-term partnerships, providing hands-on expertise, guidance, and support at every stage of the winemaking process to create wines of integrity, character, and distinction—without compromising financial efficiency.

I am a seasoned winemaker with over two decades of experience crafting exceptional wines and building sustainable winery operations. Based in California’s wine country, I have led award-winning brands and implemented innovative, scalable winemaking practices across diverse regions and production models.

Professional Journey

In 2016, I became the founding Winemaker at Eden Rift Vineyards, where I helped transform the estate into a globally recognized brand. During my tenure, the winery was named one of Wine & Spirits’ “Top 100 Wineries in the World,” earned multiple 95+ point wines, grew production to 15,000 cases annually, and adopted ISO 9000 protocols to drive operational excellence, consistency, and efficiency.

Prior to Eden Rift, I honed my craft at renowned wineries including Calera Wine Company, Soter Vineyards, JK Carriere, and Bergström Winery, developing deep expertise in vineyard management, lab analysis, cellar operations, and sustainability-focused production. My international experience at Neudorf Vineyards and Martinborough Vineyards in New Zealand further broadened my global perspective and reinforced my belief in terroir-driven, site-specific winemaking.

Core Expertise

My experience spans the full spectrum of winemaking and winery operations, including:

• Vineyard development, farming strategy, and sustainable practices

• Winemaking, cellar management, and quality control systems

• Sales, marketing, and brand positioning

• Forecasting, compliance, logistics, and operational planning

• Winery design, system engineering, and production optimization

• Building domestic and international market presence through strategic brand campaigns

Education

I hold a Master of Science in Business, which strengthens my ability to align winemaking decisions with sound financial strategy and compelling brand storytelling. I also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, providing a cultural and human-centered lens that informs how I approach vineyards, teams, and the wines themselves.