Sipping South African Sauvignon Blanc

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By Jamie Knee As promised, for the next several weeks I will be showcasing South African Wines from House of Henkel. Today I’m sipping their “Gretchen” South African Sauvignon Blanc. House of Henkel “Gretchen” Sauvignon Blanc. MSRP $22.95 South Africa’s Western Cape South Africa’s Western Cape produces some of the world’s best Sauvignon Blanc. The…

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Unique Wines of the World!

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By Jamie Knee Sharing my passion for wine education and public speaking is one of the great joys of my career. As a Global Wine Educator, I spend my life guiding others through the cultures, traditions, and stories inside every bottle. This intimate connection between terroir and taste is what inspires me, and I had the…

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Tasting in the Foothills of Mt. Etna

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By Jamie Knee, Petite Wine Traveler – Luxury Wine Writer & Global Wine Communicator I was thrilled to return to Sicily on my wine travels and taste once again with Winemaker and CEO Jacopo Maniaci of Tenuta di Fessina. Our last conversation took place virtually in 2020. Standing together on the volcanic slopes of Etna felt…

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Discover Abruzzo: A Hidden Gem for Luxury Summer Wine Travel

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By Jamie Knee, Petite Wine Traveler, Luxury Wine Travel Writer When I think of luxury summer wine travel, my mind drifts to the coast—sun-drenched beaches, fresh seafood, and crisp, refreshing wines. My first wine adventure, this summer, led me to a true Italian treasure: Abruzzo. With its wild coastline, world-class rosé, and untouched charm, it’s one…

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Steven Spurrier and the Evolution of English Sparkling Wine

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By Jamie Knee As a luxury wine writer and globally recognized wine communicator, I have spent years exploring the world’s most intriguing wine regions, yet few stories captivate me like the rise of English Sparkling Wine. With climate shifts transforming cool-climate viticulture, England has emerged as an unexpected star. Rolling hills once known only for pastoral…

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Wine Travel Across the USA: A Coast to Coast Tasting Journey

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By, Jamie Knee A Coast-to-Coast Wine Journey Begins Pensacola, Florida: A Wine Bar with Soul Our first stop landed us in the charming Florida Panhandle at Wine Bar on Palafox in Pensacola’s historic downtown. Eclectic, warm, and effortlessly welcoming, this bar and restaurant just celebrated its 11th year under owner Ian Kaple. His rotating wine list changes…

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