Brisa Suave's refreshing Vinho Verde is just what the doctor ordered for these dog days of summer! Light, crisp, fresh, and just a touch fizzy, it's low in alcohol, it comes in a generous 1-liter bottle, and it loves to be served ice cold on hot days.
It's also on deal for just $14.99/bottle, over 20% off the regular price of $18.99. Stock up on this for beach trips and poolside refreshment.
What I love most about this wine is that it's made by Quinta das Arcas, a family-owned estate that grows and farms its own fruit. That's a rarity in Vinho Verde, where many producers buy grapes from dozens of growers and make large volumes of commercial wine. Quinta das Arcas has been farming sustainably for more than two decades, released its first organic wine in 2012, and continues to focus on producing fresh, honest wines with as little impact on the environment as possible.
The 2025 Brisa Suave (translates to smooth breeze) is everything I want in Vinho Verde. A blend of Loureiro, Arinto, and Trajadura, it showcases bright notes of green apple, citrus, delicate flowers, and stony minerality are backed by mouthwatering acidity and that gentle spritz that makes this style so refreshing. It's clean, lively, and dangerously easy to drink.
Whether you're pairing it with fresh seafood, a salad, or simply enjoying a glass after tennis, this is one to stock up on while the weather is warm. The one-liter bottle doesn't hurt either.
Trust me, you'll be glad you have an extra glass to pour.
Josh Spurling
Owner, Operator, Wine Monger
Table Wine Asheville
