88 Robert Parker - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Two new offerings that represent remarkable bargains include the 2011 Oakley 82 Red, a blend of 56% Syrah and the rest Petite Sirah, Barbera and Cabernet Franc. There are 11,200 cases of this wine, which comes across like a boisterous California Cotes du Rhone, bistro-styled red. Its deep ruby color is followed by earthy, peppery, meaty notes intermixed with hints of sweet blackberries and black currants. It offers a juicy, medium-bodied mouthfeel with impressive purity, texture and length. This is a wonderful, every day sort of red to buy by the case. Kudos to Cline for introducing these two brilliant values.