Jamie Knee

Petite Wine Traveler

Jamie Knee, known globally as the Petite Wine Traveler, is an award-winning wine expert, communicator, and wine lifestyle influencer. With over a decade of experience, she has become a trusted authority in the wine and hospitality industry, specializing in California and Spanish wines. Recognized as one of the "Top 50 Most Influential Women in the Wine Hospitality Industry," Jamie combines her passion for wine, travel, and storytelling to connect audiences to the people, places, and stories behind every bottle.

As the founder of PetiteWineTraveler.com, Jamie offers curated wine experiences, educational seminars, and tasting events for private clients, luxury resorts, and global audiences. Her engaging presentations bring wine to life, blending education with the art of storytelling. She also serves as the Director of the Santa Barbara Culinary Experience, a nonprofit in partnership with the Julia Child Foundation that highlights Santa Barbara’s culinary and viticultural excellence.

Jamie is an accomplished wine judge, frequently serving on panels for esteemed competitions such as the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, Berliner Wein Trophy, and Concours Mondial de Bruxelles. Her expertise has made her a Regional Ambassador for Santa Barbara and Spanish wines at the Sommeliers Choice Awards. Her robust credentials include Certified Specialist of Wine, WSET, Somm I, Spanish Wine Scholar, Rioja Wine Educator, and Cava Wine Educator.

A prolific writer, Jamie authors a weekly wine column for the Montecito Journal and contributes to publications such as Somm Journal, Tasting Panel, Santa Barbara Independent, and Slow Wine Guide. She has hosted hundreds of winemaker interviews and frequently appears on Santa Barbara local TV to present wine pairings, lifestyle tips, and regional highlights.

Jamie is the founder of the Montecito Wine Society, a social club that fosters community among wine enthusiasts. She is also a member of the Circle of Wine Writers, the International Food, Wine, and Travel Writers Association, and Women of the Vine & Spirits. Beyond wine, Jamie actively supports the power of communication as a board member of the Association for Women in Communications.

Through her global ventures and inspirational storytelling, Jamie Knee continues to bridge cultures and communities, one glass of wine at a time.