Best German Wines 2026: My 20 Standout VDP.GROSSES GEWÄCHS Wines from Wiesbaden

By Jamie Knee | August 31, 2026 |

At the 2026 VDP.GROSSES GEWÄCHS® Sneak Preview in Wiesbaden, By Wine Travel Writer Jamie Knee

What happens when Germany’s great vineyards come together in one tasting room? At the 2026 VDP.GROSSES GEWÄCHS® Sneak Preview in Wiesbaden, I followed Riesling, Spätburgunder and more through slate, limestone, sandstone and some wonderful surprises.

Wine as a Passport: Following the Glass from Santa Barbara to Germany, Spain, Sonoma, and San Sebastián

By Jamie Knee | August 15, 2026

Jamie Knee, Top Wine Writer in Santa Barbara Wine Country

A wine travel writer explores how these experiences bring people together through unique destinations and culture. By Jamie Knee, Wine Travel Writer, Global Wine Presenter, and Founder of Petite Wine Traveler There is a moment in late summer when wine travel begins to shift. As a wine travel writer, I find these transitions provide fascinating…