Wine Travel
Explore luxury wine travel through curated editorial by Jamie Knee, founder of Petite Wine Traveler and a leading voice in wine travel and enotourism. This collection of wine travel articles highlights destinations such as Napa Valley, Santa Barbara wine country, France, Italy, and beyond, with insider access to winemakers, vineyard experiences, and luxury hospitality. Each story connects wine, culture, and place, offering a thoughtful perspective on global wine travel for readers seeking depth, beauty, and meaning in every destination.
South Beach Seafood Festival Preview with Wine Travel Writer Jamie Knee By Jamie Knee South Florida is famous for its sparkling coastline and incredible seafood, with water on three sides and fishing culture woven into daily life. As a wine travel writer who loves any excuse to pair fresh oysters with a crisp glass of…
By Jamie Knee A Journey Into the Heart of Sauternes and Barsac In the southern reaches of Bordeaux lies a landscape that feels touched by magic. Sauternes, one of the region’s most celebrated AOCs, is revered for its opulent, full bodied sweet wines crafted primarily from Sémillon. These golden nectars, shaped by nature’s rarest…
Where to Sip in Miami By Jamie Knee Miami often brings to mind fast cars, neon lights, sandy beaches, and the iconic scenes made famous by Miami Vice. Yet the true Miami, the one locals cherish, is far more nuanced. It is a mosaic of intimate neighborhoods, each with its own rhythm and personality. When…
A harvest dinner of estate wines, Italian inspired hospitality and a little Tuscan soul in Paso Robles. By Jamie Knee A Harvest Dinner Under the Paso Robles Sky Some wine country evenings seem to gather everything you love about travel into a single table. At Villa San Juliette in Paso Robles, the late afternoon light…
Join me on a Paso Robles Wine Travel Tour that promises to be an unforgettable experience. By Jamie Knee As a luxury wine travel writer, I spent part of the summer in California’s Central Coast. I kicked off my Paso Robles Wine Travel Tour with a fabulous Paso Robles Downtown City Tour. It was hosted by Laura…
By Jamie Knee| Wine Talk with What is Up Miami shares engaging insights. Excerpts from an interview with Wine Talk and What is Up Miami cover various topics, showcasing Jamie Knee’s business ventures. Growing up in Southern California and Honolulu, wine and agriculture were parts of Jamie Knee’s personal experience. Later, after relocating to Miami,…
Explore the delightful flavors of Colombian seafood on South Beach. By Jamie Knee South Beach is famous for its electric energy, and it is also home to some of the city’s most flavorful cuisine. This includes standout Colombian seafood on South Beach. During Swim Week, we slipped into La Ventana, a lively Colombian favorite that locals…
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…
By Jamie Knee When most people imagine Miami’s South Beach, they picture a brilliant blend of tropical glamour. Fruity cocktails, pastel Art Deco facades, Caribbean influences, lively crowds, and that unmistakable South Beach rhythm all come together. This creates a world that feels both cinematic and irresistible. As a luxury food and wine writer, I…
Embark on a Beaujolais wine travel adventure and explore the exquisite flavors and scenic vineyards of one of France’s most captivating regions. By Jamie Knee Beaujolais remains one of France’s most delightful wine regions, yet she often sits quietly between two glamorous neighbors, Burgundy and the Rhône Valley. As a global wine travel…