If you cook at home much at all, chances are good that you already own a piece of the Stanley Cheng empire. As CEO of Meyer Corporation, which produces or owns licenses on everything from Kitchen Aid, Circulon, Anolon and Farberware, to private label cookware for Macy’s and Sur La Table, Cheng has the kitchen covered.

In 1996, Hong Kong-born Cheng and wife Helen purchased an estate in Napa Valley, which they named Hestan Vineyards, and immediately got busy planting blocks of Bordeaux varietals. By 2005, Hestan Vineyards wines were ready for release, and the debut 2002 vintage was a critical success.

The newest line is called Stephanie, after the couple’s only daughter, whose symphony harp is pictured on the label. The consulting winemaker is Jeff Gaffner, who has spent time at small, family-owned and boutique wineries like Saxon Brown and Black Kite. In addition to being absolutely delicious, these Stephanie wines run about half the price of Hestan Vineyards.

These are all under-1000 case production wines, so get ‘em while you can!

Stephanie 2005 Napa Valley ($65). Really, really good, with rich, intense blackberry and black cherry fruit that is layered with smooth dark chocolate, clove and other baking spices, and a touch of mint. With a gorgeous, long, supple, complex finish. Great balance. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (72%), Petite Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Malbec. Ready to drink now and over the next 6-8 years. Locate this wine online or in your area.

Stephanie 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley ($50). Aromatic blackberry and black currant fruit is accented with sweet cedar, dark chocolate, espresso and spicy vanilla that lingers on the long, lush finish. Very good. Nicely balanced. Ready to drink now and over the next 8-10 years. Locate this wine online or in your area.

Stephanie 2005 Merlot Napa Valley ($40). Deep, complex black plum and cherry aromas and flavors are laced with espresso, dried herbs, dusty chocolate and wet earth accents that fold into a long, intense finish. Could benefit from decanting in the short run. Ready to drink now and over the next 6-8 years. Locate this wine online or in your area.