Petite Wine Traveler

11/26/2025

THE BEAUTIFUL POUR

A weekly reflection from Jamie Knee

Travel reminds us that beauty lives in pauses, a single glass, sunlight on water, the hush between waves. ✨

11/21/2025

Godmother’s bookstore has become a cornerstone in my life, a place of uplifting energy and conversation where I always seem to walk away with new likeminded friends and a fuller heart. ✨ 🧡

Last night seeing Rhonda Byrne speak about her new book, “Countdown to Riches,” was an amazing experience! I remember watching and reading “The Secret” years ago and realizing that manifestation is not “I want it so it appears” but “I want it, I declare it, I work toward it, and it becomes my reality.”

As Tesla said, “If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.” And in that spirit, I truly believe so many beautiful moments in my life have been manifested by aligning my thoughts, my actions and my energy.

So grateful for Rhonda, for Godmother’s, and for this beautiful Santa Barbara life that keeps unfolding in the most magical ways. 💫

11/19/2025

This Fall, discover the perfect blend of indulgence and self-care with my latest article, "How To Have Your Wine And Wellness Too!!", now on stands in the Montecito Journal!

Check it out 🎉

https://www.montecitojournal.net/2025/11/18/how-to-have-your-wine-and-wellness-too/

There’s that old saying, “Have your cake and eat it too.” Well, this fall I discovered how to have your wine and wellness too, at the legendary Golden Door, a Japanese-inspired luxury spa retreat tucked into the tranquil hills of San Marcos, California. Just north of San Diego, this world-reno...

11/03/2025

Embark on a Journey of Discovery: Explore the Best Fall Wine Destinations for an Unforgettable Experience!

Discover five breathtaking wine regions to explore this autumn, from Italy and France to Oregon, Napa, and Spain, with curated hotel stays, seasonal wine pairings, and unforgettable travel moments.

10/23/2025

When travelers dream of the Italian Riviera, their minds often drift to Portofino’s pastel charm or the glitter of Monte Carlo. Yet just beyond lies Sanremo, the storied City of Flowers, where elegance lingers in the sea breeze and the Belle Époque still whispers through palm-lined promenades.

In my latest story for the Montecito Journal, I wandered through this luminous corner of Liguria, staying at the Royal Hotel San Remo, a grand hotel shimmering with Riviera romance. From the vineyards of nearby Dolceacqua to the artistry of Bussana Vecchia, Sanremo unfolds as a destination steeped in sunlight, wine, and wonder.

As a writer devoted to uncovering the world’s most enchanting wine regions and luxury hotels, I love sharing these stories that remind us how travel, at its best, feels like poetry come alive.



➡️ https://www.montecitojournal.net/2025/10/21/sanremo-the-royal-hotel-a-riviera-dream/

10/16/2025

Our summer travels through Sanremo and the elegant Royal Hotel Sanremo Royal Hotel Sanremo
a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. are featured in this week’s Montecito Journal! ✨ Montecito Journal

If you’re local to Santa Barbara or Montecito, pick up a copy, it’s on stands now! 🗞️💙

The online version will be out next week, I’ll share the link then. (The issuu version is below)

Here’s a peek inside, such a joy to see this story of Riviera light, wine, and timeless elegance in print. 🇮🇹

https://issuu.com/santabarbarasentinel/docs/baptized_in_laughter/28

Welcome to Issuu’s blog: home to product news, tips, resources, interviews (and more) related to content marketing and publishing.

08/31/2025

Happy Sunday, friends! ☀️

Welcome to Passport Postcards, your passport to a world of wonder, where wine, travel, and the art of living beautifully intertwine.

Every Sunday morning, I invite you to pause, sip, and join me on a journey where stories and vineyards blend. This week, let the Loire Valley's enchanting castles, wines, and serene riverscapes captivate you!

Dive into the tale here on Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/petitewinetraveler/p/passport-postcard-the-loire-valley?r=1xq1he&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=post-publish

Cheers to inspiring discoveries and the thrill of exploration! Like & Subscribe 🍷✨

Castles, Wines & River Dreams

08/29/2025

🌸 LABOR OF LOVE SPECIAL – THIS WEEKEND ONLY! 🌸

Friends! We’re raising a glass to YOU this Labor Day weekend with something extra special at La Lieff Wines! 🍷✨

💖 Our Wine Club Members (P.S. it’s FREE to join!) are in for a treat: Enjoy exclusive access to one of my all-time favorite rosés, bright, crisp, and made for summertime sipping…

This is your chance to stock up and yes, even perfect with your Thanksgiving turkey 🦃
Because La Lieff rosé brings elegance and joy to any celebration, now or in the cozy months ahead!!

Come sip, stock up, and celebrate this weekend with La Lieff wines, because great wine is always worth the toast! La Lieff Wines

08/28/2025

If you missed this years Sta. Rita Hills Wine Alliance Annual Wine & Fire, you can check it out in the weeks Santa Barbara Independent! Honoring Winemaker of the year, Norm Yost, of Flying Goat Cellars, Cheers!!! 🎉🍾

https://www.independent.com/2025/08/27/wine-fire-brings-community-celebration-and-world-class-wines-to-the-sta-rita-hills/

Santa Barbara Independent

Norm Yost of Flying Goat Cellars is the 2025 Vintner of the Year.

08/23/2025

Love this!! Cheers 🥂🥂

Why commit to a whole bottle when you can flirt with a half? Our half bottles of rosé are on special at the tasting room! Buy 6 get one free 💕 They’re perfect for pretending you’ll “just have one glass” 😉

07/28/2025

Hey Friends!! I’m excited to share that as of July 8, 2025, I’ve added a new position to my roster—as Chief of Brand & Marketing Strategy, CMO, at La Lieff Wines🍷✨

Having helped launch La Lieff Wines, as a consultant in 2022, a female owned wine brand by our own Gretchen Lieff, I’ve now stepped into a leadership role to guide our hospitality and retail strategy across key markets in the USA and abroad, with focus on the California Central Coast, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.

Let’s connect if you’re in hospitality, retail and/ or want to collaborate!! If you’re interested in tasting some of the best California Central Coast Cool Climate Syrah, Grenache or Rosé. 🥂🌸

07/25/2025

Mid‑Summer, Meet Your Muse: Gigi Rosé! 🌸 La Lieff Wines

It’s July and we’re in full-on rosé season, and let me tell you, La Lieff’s Gigi Rosé of Grenache is the ultimate summer sip to keep things chic, cool, and totally fun. Crafted in a Provence-style but grown right here on California’s Central Coast (think American Riviera vibes), this wine is the perfect summer companion.

Why it’s irresistible:
Pale quartz-pink color, with a Soft, delicate nose infused with melon, stone fruit and rose petals; finishes with chalky texture and cherry candy sweetness, a masterpiece of balance at just ~12.1 % ABV!

How to enjoy it this summer:
Alfresco dinners under moonlight!
Vibrant picnics at the beach or by the pool!
Poolside lounging, or sipping it “à la piscine” just like they do in the south of France 🥂☀️

✨ Local scoop: Starting this weekend…..Swing by the Funk Zone tasting room and ask for their Santa Barbara “Rosé Gone Wild” Summer Splash!!(Seriously good rosé specials for those in the know!)

Grab a glass, soak up the sun, and soak in the vibe.