The 2011 Branco Grilos is a 60-40 blend of Cerceal and Encruzado. This is a friendly white, fruity but with good acidity and an elegant feel. Very tasty, it drinks nicely and has some perkiness to it. It is not the type of wine likely to last all that long at peak, but it sure tastes great now and it should be refreshingly charming this coming summer. Drink now-2014. Importer: Tri-Vin Imports, Mt. Vernon, NY; tel. (914) 664-3155

The 2009 BRANCO “GRILOS” is a blend of Encruzado and Cerceal. Quite tasty, made in an easy, fruity style, this is a likely crowd pleaser at a modest price point. Fairly straightforward, this isn’t meant to be anything profound, but it is well priced and tastes great. Just drink it young and fresh for best results; now would be a good time. Drink now. Importer: Grape Moments, a Division of Sintra Imports, New Bedford, MA; tel. (508) 997-0100