2024 Marcio Lopez Rebentos Rosa Sparkling

• Vinho Verde, Portugal
•  Vinhão, Alvarelhão
• Organic


Márcio Lopes is part of a new generation of Portuguese winemakers redefining the country's wine landscape through innovation, exploration, and a deep respect for native grapes. Trained as an enologist, he gained experience across Portugal, Spain, and Australia before launching his own label in 2010. Rather than focusing on a single estate, Lopes seeks out exceptional vineyard sites throughout northern Portugal, partnering with small growers who cultivate old vines on granitic and schist soils. His projects, including Pequeños Rebentos ("Little Sprouts"), highlight forgotten vineyards and lesser-known expressions of Vinho Verde. Known for meticulous vineyard work and restrained cellar practices, he emphasizes freshness, minerality, and transparency of terroir. Márcio is particularly passionate about preserving Portugal's viticultural heritage, crafting wines from indigenous varieties that balance precision with personality, earning recognition as one of Portugal's most influential contemporary winemakers.

Tasting Notes: Delicate yet vibrant, with lively highlights. Aromas of cherry, wild plum, and subtle minerality lead to tart red fruit, saline notes, zippy acidity, and delicate bubbles. Dry and refreshing. Pair with grilled shrimp, charcuterie, salmon, or Mediterranean salads.

2023 João Tavares de Pina Rufia Orange

• Dão, Portugal
• Cerceal Branco, Encruzado, Síria, Malvasia Fina, Bical
• Organic


João Tavares de Pina is a pioneering family-owned winery located in Portugal’s Dão region, where generations of stewardship have shaped a deep respect for the land and its traditions. Based at Quinta da Boavista, the estate encompasses vineyards, olive groves, forests, and natural habitats that contribute to a thriving ecosystem. João Tavares de Pina is recognized for his commitment to organic and biodynamic farming, cultivating native grape varieties such as Touriga Nacional, Jaen, Tinta Roriz, Encruzado, and Bical. Minimal-intervention winemaking allows each vineyard parcel to express its unique character, with fermentations conducted using native yeasts and careful aging that preserves freshness and authenticity. The winery’s wines are celebrated for their elegance, energy, and sense of place, reflecting the granite soils and mountain influences of the Dão. Every bottle embodies a philosophy of sustainability, biodiversity, and respect for Portugal’s viticultural heritage.

Tasting Notes: A vibrant orange wine with aromas of dried citrus peel, stone fruit, wild herbs, and tea-like spice. Textured yet fresh, with savory complexity and a lingering finish. Pair with grilled seafood, Moroccan cuisine, aged cheeses, or roasted vegetables.

2025 Bojo do Luar, Vinho Tinto ‘Borrado’

• Vinho Verde and Trás-os-Montes, Portugal
• Alvarelhão, Vinhão, Syrah
• Organic

Bojo do Luar is a boundary-pushing natural wine project in Portugal’s Vinho Verde region, born from the collaboration between importer Savio Soares and biodynamic winemaker Antonio Sousa. Located near the Tâmega River on granitic soils, the estate is dedicated to farming and winemaking practices that respect nature and reflect a true sense of place. Fermentations are carried out with native yeasts and little to no added sulfur, allowing each wine to express its vineyard origins with authenticity and energy. A distinctive feature of Bojo do Luar’s approach is the use of ground chestnut flowers during fermentation, a traditional natural stabilizer that enhances purity and texture. Focusing on indigenous varieties such as Loureiro, Azal, Vinhão, Bastardo, Espadeiro, and Borraçal, the winery crafts vibrant, soulful wines that combine tradition, innovation, and a deep connection to Portugal’s winemaking heritage.

Tasting Notes: The three varietals are vinified separately in Talhas (amphoras), aged three months before blending. This magical union delivers harmony and complexity, with a fine medium body, vibrant freshness, and expressive red fruit aromas layered with subtle earthy nuances. Enjoy with grilled pork, roasted chicken, charcuterie, mushroom dishes, or Mediterranean-inspired fare.

2024 Marcio Lopez Vinho Branco

• Vinho Verde, Portugal
• 50% Alvarinho, 30% Loureiro, 20% Trajadura
• Organic

Márcio Lopes is one of Portugal’s most dynamic winemakers, renowned for crafting expressive wines that celebrate the country’s indigenous grape varieties and diverse terroirs. After studying viticulture and enology and gaining experience in several wine regions, Lopes launched his own project in 2010 with a focus on authenticity, freshness, and minimal intervention. Working primarily in the Vinho Verde region, he sources fruit from carefully selected vineyards, many planted on granitic soils and farmed by small family growers. His philosophy emphasizes respect for the vineyard, gentle winemaking, and allowing each site to speak through the wine. Varieties such as Alvarinho, Loureiro, Avesso, and Arinto feature prominently in his portfolio, producing wines known for their purity, vibrant acidity, and mineral character. Márcio Lopes’ wines have earned international acclaim for combining tradition, precision, and a distinctive sense of place.

Tasting Notes: Bright and refreshing, with aromas of citrus blossom, green apple, pear, and wet stone. Crisp acidity and mineral notes lead to a lively finish. Pair with fresh seafood, grilled fish, oysters, salads, or soft goat cheeses.