I am sitting here staring at a blinking cursor, noting the title of this erroneous blog and realizing that along with the "Writers Block" wine that I am supposed to be raving about, here in black and white font, I, too, seem to be suffering from a similar case of self inflicted Writers Block!!  
Dear readers, my heart and head are quite simply out to lunch.  But, in the undeniable quest to keep my 'groupies' up to date on what the "wine lady" is pouring these days....I will press on, typing out a game of 'Writing Russian Roulette' for the sake of my 'NGS's" and faithful wineaholics.  Should I fail, please remember: Computers crash, relationships fall apart and people (non-writing people) get writers block.



In a world full of unspecial wine, Jed Steele has brought to the table, a very special wine, otherwise known as the "Writer's Block Syrah!" 

I was first introduced to this beauty in 2006 while visiting a 'Mehuga' wine store in South Carolina (which is a REALLY big place for those of you Fortville---in fact this place is about the size of Fortville) where the "wine expert" directed me and my friend to this wine declaring all the while: "It's the best wine I've ever tasted."

So, like the little lemmings we are, we purchased a bottle or 4, headed back to our campsite...I  mean, Hampton Inn and proceeded to declare, out loud, to each other, "This is the best wine we've ever tasted."

The wine opens up to the nose so subtly and simply that with first sip, your mind almost plays tricks with your tongue.  The aromas of black berry and coffee are instantly noticeable but, with first sip, the flavors of fresh plum, currents and possibly even a little anise, pervade the palate.  And, upon the departure of the "Writer's Block Syrah" from your tongue, the medium finish leaves a little hint of spice, sort of like a 'wine tease' to make you pine for more.

Jed Steele has been making wines for over 5 decades!  He was the former winemaker for Kendall Jackson wines and bottles 'special' wines under the Steele label, Writer's Block label, Stymie label, and the Shooting Star label.  He owns a vineyard in Calistoga, CA, and sources most of his grapes from northern CA growers.  

At Greenfield Liquors, we currently carry the Writer's Block (Syrah), Stymie (Syrah and Merlot) and a Steele Cabernet Franc (one of my fave's).  We are a veritable buffet of Steele wines.  Just belly on up to the bar, choose your favorite poison from Steele and I assure you, you won't be disappointed.

In closing,( I know, Thank God right), join me on Thursday where two little words, 
WINE TASTING, becomes ONE BIG CONCEPT! 

Until,
The Wine Tellar
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