I recently tasted a lineup of new releases from Napa Cellars. And although the Cab didn’t do much for me, I liked the other three for their balance and moderation. Nice acidity levels, ripe (but not overripe) fruit, easy to enjoy with or without food, widely available. (And I really like their logo, too, for what that’s worth!)

Napa Cellars 2008 Chardonnay Napa Valley ($24). Offers an appealing lemony tang alongside medium-bodied golden apple, ripe pear, and moderate touches of cream and spicy oak, with a moderate, clean finish. Ready to drink now. Locate this wine online or in your area.

Napa Cellars 2007 Merlot Napa Valley ($22). Appealing for the sweet tobacco and baking spice accents to the smooth, lipsmacking red cherry and blueberry flavors, with a lush, lingering finish. Ready to drink now and over the next couple of years. Locate this wine online or in your area.

Napa Cellars 2007 Zinfandel Napa Valley ($22). Ripe red berry and black cherry fruit aromas and flavors are laced with warm spices, toasty oak and a touch of molasses, with a smooth finish. Ready to drink now. Locate this wine online or in your area.