Luxury Wine Travel Writer

Global Wine Destination Storytelling
Jamie Knee, the Petite Wine Traveler, is a luxury wine travel writer, wine writer, global wine travel media personality, and presents wines around the world wine, specializing in elevated wine storytelling and bespoke experiences around the world.
I create polished, transportive features for publications, tourism boards, luxury hotels, and international wineries. Whether exploring the sunlit Riviera, the terraced vineyards of Europe, or emerging regions across the globe, my writing captures the emotion, energy, and artistry of each destination.
My wine destination coverage appears in:
Montecito Journal
Somm Journal
Napa Magazine
Sonoma Gazette
Slow Wine Guide USA
Tasting Panel Magazine
Petite Wine Traveler Substack
…and additional global wine and travel media outlets.
“Montecito Journal”: https://www.montecitojournal.net/author/jamie-knee/
“Slow Wine Guide USA”: https://www.slowwineusa.com/people-of-slow-wine/jamie-knee
“Substack”: https://petitewinetraveler.substack.com
“MuckRack” https://muckrack.com/jamieknee
Why Hotels, Resorts & Tourism Boards Hire Me
As both a wine media personality and a luxury travel writer, I bring a dual advantage to every assignment
Editorial Authority: I produce polished, feature-quality stories for discerning readers and top wine publications.
Destination Visibility: My audience spans wine enthusiasts, luxury travelers, hospitality professionals, and global wine lovers.
Authentic Storytelling: I highlight cultural nuance, local heritage, culinary excellence, winemaking philosophy, and sense of place.
Professional Expertise: As a certified wine expert, international judge, and global wine presenter, I interpret regions with accuracy and credibility.
Assignments include professional coverage across:
– Wine Travel Media page
– Instagram @PetiteWineTraveler
– Substack newsletter
– Montecito Journal articles
– TravMedia profile
– Industry publications
– Broadcast appearances
This multi-layered visibility makes my coverage both widely seen and highly trusted.
A Global Wine Travel Writer With Industry Credentials
My editorial work is strengthened by professional wine expertise that ensures accuracy, nuance, and trust.
I serve as:
– International Wine Judge (Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, others)
– Certified Specialist of Wine
– WSET Certified
– Certified Sommelier Level 1
– Wine Educator for Spain, Rioja, Cava, American Wine, California AVAs
– Santa Barbara, Spain & Golden Vines Academy Ambassador
– Member, Circle of Wine Writers
https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/new-member-jamie-knee
These credentials allow me to interpret wine regions with depth and elevate every narrative.
Professional Press & Media Profiles
– TravMedia Journalist Profile: https://travmedia.com/Client/MyProfile/346488
– MuckRack Profile: https://muckrack.com/jamieknee
– Feedspot Top 40 Female Wine Influencers 2025:https://influencers.feedspot.com/female_wine_instagram_influencers/
– Sommeliers Choice Awards Ambassador: https://sommelierschoiceawards.com/…
These platforms expand visibility and demonstrate professional standing in the global wine communication space.

Work With Me
If you represent a winery, resort, hotel, tourism board, or global wine region, I would love to collaborate on:
– Hosted editorial stays
– Destination wine coverage
– Luxury resort features
– Regional wine travel campaigns
– Winery profiles & vintage stories
– Cultural and culinary features
– Press trips & media assignments
– Global wine event coverage
Contact: jamieknee@petitewinetraveler.com
