Briem Rivaner 2024 – delicate freshness from the Kaiserstuhl

The Briem Rivaner 2024 is a brilliant interpretation of an often underestimated grape variety that rises to true greatness at Briem. While Rivaner (Müller-Thurgau) often serves as a simple quaffing wine elsewhere, this wine from the distinctive weathered volcanic soils of the Kaiserstuhl shows impressive aromatic precision and an invigorating structure. With a precisely judged alcohol content of 12.80% vol. it balances power and lightness masterfully. Anyone looking to buy a fresh white wine that impresses with its delicate fruit and elegant minerality will find the ideal ambassador of Baden wine culture in this 2024 vintage.

The philosophy: a sense of origin and craftsmanship

Weingut Briem in Ihringen stands for winemaking that carries the character of the terroir undiminished into the bottle. The Rivaner 2024 was vinified to preserve the variety's primary fruit while reflecting the mineral tension of the Kaiserstuhl. In accordance with EU Regulation 2021/2117 on transparent consumer information, this wine combines environmental responsibility with oenological perfection. It is a wine that convinces not through opulence but through its crystal-clear purity and drinkability.

Sensory analysis

Tasting the Briem Rivaner 2024 reveals a profile that impresses with its lively freshness and subtle spice.

• Colour: In the glass the wine shows a clear, pale straw yellow with delicate greenish highlights, underlining its youthful vitality.

• Aromas (nose): Layers of intense primary aromas dominate the nose:

  • Fruit: A basket of local fruit – green apple, ripe pear and a hint of juicy quince.

  • Floral notes: A touch of elderflower and the delicate muscat spice typical of Rivaner.

  • Minerality: In the background, a fine smoky component that hints at its volcanic origin.

• Structure & tannins: On the palate the wine is slender yet substantial. The texture is supple, almost creamy, without losing precision.

• Acidity & balance: The acidity is lively and perfectly integrated into the body. Despite its 12.80% vol., the wine never feels heavy and remains very easy to drink.

• Finish: The finish is clean and fresh and ends on a fine spicy note that invites the next sip.

Origin & terroir 

Ihringen am Kaiserstuhl is considered one of the warmest places in Germany. Here the Rivaner finds conditions that give it a particular concentration of aromas.

Soil structure and microclimate

The vines are rooted in loess-loam soils over volcanic subsoil. While the loess provides the fruity fullness, the volcanic component gives the wine its mineral backbone. Baden's sunny climate allows the grapes to ripen fully, while the cool night winds from the Black Forest preserve the essential acid structure.

Viticultural philosophy

Weingut Briem relies on close-to-nature farming. Targeted canopy management and controlled yields ensure that only healthy, fully ripe grapes are used for this Rivaner. The harvest takes place at the optimum moment, to perfect the balance between sugar ripeness and acidity.

Vinification & ageing

The 2024 Rivaner is made to a protocol that puts freshness before extraction.

• Fermentation: Alcoholic fermentation takes place under temperature control in stainless-steel tanks – crucial for stabilising the volatile fruit aromas and the delicate muscat note.

• Ageing: After fermentation the wine rests on its fine lees, which gives it its supple texture and additional stability. Oak ageing is deliberately avoided, so that the varietal authenticity is preserved.

• Filtration: The wine is gently filtered to guarantee its brilliance while retaining its full depth of flavour.

Food pairing & serving

The Briem Rivaner 2024 is an excellent all-rounder that shines especially with light, seasonal dishes.

• Suggested dishes: An ideal companion to fresh asparagus, summer salads with vinaigrette or light poultry dishes. It is also an excellent match for mildly spiced Asian cuisine.

• Vegetarian alternative: Pasta with herb pesto or goat's cheese dishes.

• Serving temperature: Best served at 8–10 °C.

• Glassware: We recommend a classic white-wine glass with a medium-sized opening, to focus the bouquet.

Technical details & mandatory information

The following overview summarises all relevant information in line with current legislation.

Product specifications

Average nutritional values (per 100 ml)

In accordance with EU Regulation 2021/2117:

Producer & food business operator

Producer:

Weingut Briem

Großgasse 40

79241 Ihringen

Germany