Why Enotourism Is the Most Powerful Force Reshaping Luxury Travel Right Now

Friends toasting with Pinot Noir outdoors Santa Barbara Wine Country, an enotourism landscape with Jamie Knee.

Enotourism · Luxury Travel · Cultural Experiences By Jamie Knee, Petite Wine Traveler Forget everything you thought you knew about wine tourism. The world’s most sophisticated travelers aren’t just visiting vineyards anymore, they’re using wine as a portal to culture, place, and meaning. And the brands, tourism boards, and luxury hospitality groups that understand this…

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Washington Wine Country Travel Guide: A Global Wine Writer’s Journey of Discovery

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By Jamie Knee If you’re planning a trip, this Washington wine country travel guide by Jamie Knee is your perfect companion. Washington Wine Country Travel Join me on a Washington wine country travel adventure through one of the Pacific Northwest’s most captivating wine regions. As a wine travel writer, I am constantly searching for destinations where craftsmanship,…

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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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A Taste of South African Wine with House of Henkel

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By Jamie Knee South African wine country continues to rise as one of the world’s most exciting wine destinations. It produces expressive wines shaped by diverse soils, dramatic microclimates, ocean breezes, and centuries of cultural heritage. As a global wine writer, I am thrilled to introduce you to a producer that captures this spirit beautifully: The…

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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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Drink Pink: A Luxury Wine Writer’s Guide to Modern Rosé

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By Jamie Knee| The evolution of Rosé Wine in modern forms has intrigued wine enthusiasts around the world. Modern rosé wins fans through its distinctive production methods and wide range of flavors, so wine lovers now stock it as a staple. Sommeliers highlight this style for its versatility and elegant taste. Because of that, rosé…

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South African Sparkling Wine

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Let’s explore the effervescent delight of South African Sparkling Wine! Pét-nat is Champagne’s hip-cool kid sister…. and she’s the bubbly you definitely want to party with! It’s Champagne without the pretense or the price and it’s the bubbly of the moment. Pétillant Naturel, “naturally sparkling,†it’s shortened to pét-nat to make it even more cheeky!…

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