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.
Discover Croatia’s coastal wine treasures along the Adriatic — from Pošip and Plavac Mali to Malvazija in Istria, with wine travel writer Jamie Knee.
Celebrate Easter at San Ysidro Ranch, where pastel florals, gourmet cuisine and storybook gardens transform springtime into a luxurious holiday experience. From house-baked pastries and sparkling mimosas to lobster Benedict, artisan desserts and charming lawn festivities, this Montecito treasure hosts a brunch as magical as the season itself.
Discover Ospi Montecito, a stylish California-Italian restaurant where house-made pasta, thin-crust pizza and Southern Italian wines meet coastal sophistication. From crispy provolone with Calabrian chili honey to perfectly executed rigatoni alla vodka, this new dining destination brings bold flavor and refined ease to the heart of the American Riviera.
Pinot Noir is more than a fall favorite. From coastal vineyards in Santa Barbara to the cool hills of Burgundy and Oregon, this expressive varietal shines year-round with bright acidity, silky texture and food-friendly elegance. Discover why its versatility, seasonality and sense of place make Pinot Noir the red worth pouring in every season.
Step into Palm Springs, where mid-century glamour meets desert sunshine, poolside leisure and modern design culture. From Modernism Week’s stylish celebrations to retro cocktails, mountain views and boutique escapes, this vibrant destination delivers timeless charm and effortless cool. Discover why this desert oasis keeps calling me back, season after season.
Experience one of California’s most meaningful wine events, where philanthropic spirit meets world-class winemaking. The Santa Barbara Wine Auction brings top vintners, collectors, chefs and community leaders together for an unforgettable evening of generosity, culinary brilliance and outstanding wines. A celebration that proves passion for wine can truly make a difference.
Explore the vineyards that define Santa Barbara’s cool-climate excellence, from sunlit hillsides to fog-kissed valleys where pinot noir and chardonnay thrive. This journey uncovers the region’s most iconic estates, immersive tasting experiences, and the coastal terroir that continues to captivate wine lovers around the world. A scenic escape into one of California’s most exciting wine destinations.
BY JAMIE KNEE | AUGUST 20, 2024 Sip and Savor: Summer Delights in Montecito Montecito is a coastal escape where cocktails, wine, and casual elegance meet. As a Montecito/ Santa Barbara–based luxury wine travel writer, I love highlighting the places that make our community shine, from seasonal celebrations like the San Ysidro Ranch Easter…
BY JAMIE KNEE If you’re considering a Bordeaux Wine Tour, look no further. Here, we delve into the rich history and exquisite flavours that make this region a must-visit for wine enthusiasts. I just returned from hosting an enchanting Bordeaux Wine Tour river cruise. I am brimming with stories and memories. This famed wine regionreveis…
BY JAMIE KNEE | JULY 16, 2024 Why Santa Barbara White Wines Shine in Summer Sunshine, sandals, and sipping something cool – that’s the ultimate summer trifecta, right? As your proud Santa Barbara wine expert and self-proclaimed white wine enthusiast, I’m here to declare this the summer of white wine! Forget the stuffiness of…