How to break into the wine profession?

[Wine143]

Hi there wine experts!

I am a recent law school graduate, (seemed like a good idea at the time). . .and now I am looking for alternate career paths. I was wondering if any of you could give me advice about breaking into the wonderful world of wine. I don't have any formal training- but I do have LOVE and have an immense appreciation for vino. I found you guys because I too googled Jacob Gerhardt wondering if they were a reputable firm, as I thought "wine broker" seemed like an interesting way to get into the wine profession. I already know your opinions on JG, so now can you please enlighten me as to how I may find a job that I will love in the wine world? What is out there in addition to retail? Is retail the best way to get my feet wet?

Thanks!