PIRI NATUREL
GERMANY | NAHE
The Pieroth family have been cultivating vineyards in Nahe since 1781. Now it’s Christine’s turn to bring fresh air into the deep roots and old barrels!
Nahe lies between Rheinhessen and the Mosel, somehow it appears like the middle way between the other two wine regions in looks and terrain. The soil is incredibly dry and warm. As Piri explains, this is one of the hottest and driest regions in Germany. “We are shielded by the Hunsrück hills that offer protection from rain and frost in early spring.”
The soil complexity in the Nahe is second to none in Germany. Volcanic, clay, limestone and some slate poking through it all. “You can feel it, you can taste it in the wine, this mix is a gift from mother nature. I am so blessed with it.” - she says.
The rows are beautiful with a myriad of various flowers and plants in between. Bees, bumble bees, butterflies and other small creatures buzz around our noses. Biodiversity is key for Christine. She’s looking deeper and deeper into biodynamic farming. Nettles, chamomile and other herbs are planted in her garden, out of which she makes the remedies for the vines. The local flora is also reflected on the labels of her bottles. Every label shows a leaf from one of the locally growing trees around the vineyards, handpicked and handprinted onto fabric before being digitised to make the labels.
The wines are pure and precise like a breath of fresh air. All of them as nature intended them to be. Unfiltered, unfined and no sulfur or very very low amounts of it. Wild yeasts, german oak barrels and no temperature control are the secret, not so secret, ingredients for Piri’s addictive juices.
Piri's Pet-Nat floats in with all the charm of a garden picnic—juicy pear, ripe peach and a squeeze of lemon zest, wrapped in soft floral lift. The bubbles are fine and creamy, giving it a gentle sparkle that dances on the tongue without rushing. There's a lovely roundness to the palate, with just enough zing to keep things bright and breezy. Unfiltered and undisturbed, it's a joyfully rustic fizz with a laid-back, orchard-fresh soul.
Winemaker | Christine Pieroth
Region | Nahe, Germany
Variety | Scheurebe, Müller Thurgau
Viticulture | Organic certified
Soil | Loam
Altitude | 200 m
Age of the vines | 30 years
Bottles made | 5000 bottles
Vinification
The grapes are gently direct-pressed and fermented in stainless steel without temperature control, allowing the wine to develop naturally and expressively. Before fermentation finishes, the juice is bottled to complete its fermentation as a pét-nat, capturing natural bubbles in the process. It’s left undisgorged, retaining a slight haze and all the character of its wild fermentation. The result is a pure, hands-off sparkling wine with freshness, texture, and a raw, lively charm.
Utterly refreshing and bursting with juicy charm, Piri's rosé Pet-Nat serves up a playful mix of cherries, raspberries, and a splash of watermelon. There's a tangy twist of rhubarb that keeps things lively, like a garden party in full swing. The bubbles are soft and frothy, carrying all that fruitiness with a laid-back fizz. It's the sort of bottle that flips the holiday switch the moment you pop the cap.
Winemaker | Christine Pieroth
Region | Nahe, Germany
Variety | Dornfelder
Viticulture | Organic certified
Soil | Loam
Altitude | 200 m
Age of the vines | 30 years
Bottles made | 2500 bottles
Vinification
The Dornfelder grapes are gently direct-pressed, preserving their bright fruit while keeping the colour delicate and vibrant. Fermentation begins in stainless steel without temperature control, allowing for a more spontaneous, expressive character. Before fermentation finishes, the wine is bottled to trap natural bubbles, creating its pét-nat sparkle. It remains undisgorged, keeping a gentle haze and all the wild, fruity charm of its natural fermentation.
Bright and delicately layered, this gentle blend opens with soft citrus tones—lemon blossom, ripe mirabelle, and a hint of orchard apple. The palate is light and airy, with a clean, graceful acidity that adds lift without sharpness. It glides along with a juicy, fresh finish, quietly vibrant and full of charm. A softly spoken wine with natural poise, subtle complexity, and an easy, joyful rhythm.
Winemaker | Christine Pieroth
Region | Nahe
Vintage | Multi Vintage blend of 2022 and 2023
Variety | Riesling, Müller Thurgau, Sauvitage, Souvignier Gris and Calardis Blanc
Viticulture | Biodynamic
Soil | Loam and rocky soils
Altitude | 150-300m
Age of the vines | 25-35years
Bottles made | 8000
ABV | 11
Area farmed | 12 Hectares
Vinification
Each grape variety is harvested separately to capture its unique character, with some grapes gently direct-pressed and others left to macerate for five nights, adding texture and depth. Fermentation and ageing take place partly in stainless steel and partly in used oak, allowing for a balance of purity and subtle roundness. The wine rests on its full lees, building complexity and a soft, creamy mouthfeel over time. Bottled unfined, unfiltered, and with no added sulphur, it's an honest and quietly expressive reflection of its place.
A vibrant, free-spirited Riesling from Nahe that captures the feeling of summer in full motion. The nose is lifted and expressive — passion fruit and ripe pineapple layered with melon and a squeeze of fresh lime. On the palate, it is energetic yet refined, balancing tropical generosity with bright acidity and a subtle stony grip from its gravelly soils. There is both playfulness and precision here — fruit-driven, mouth-watering and irresistibly alive.
Winemaker | Christine Pieroth
Region | Nahe, Germany
Variety | Riesling
Viticulture | Organic certified
Soil | Stony loam & gravel
Altitude | 270 m
Vine Age | 30 years
Production | 2,000 bottles
VINIFICATION
Hand-harvested whole bunches are divided between small used oak barrels and stainless steel. The fruit is gently foot-stomped and softly pressed before a slow, natural fermentation lasting around six months. The wine rests further, completing approximately nine months of élevage before blending at bottling. Unfined, unfiltered and without additives.
A joyful yet precise Riesling — tropical in expression, mineral at heart, and built with clarity and restraint.
A finely detailed orange wine from Nahe, where elegance quietly defines every layer. The nose is delicate yet expressive — green strawberry and honeydew melon interwoven with fresh garden herbs and white blossom. Subtle hints of raisin and smooth cherry stone add depth, while a gentle tea-like note reflects its skin contact.
On the palate, it is textured yet poised, with a light tannic grip framing the fruit. The balance between freshness and phenolic structure is beautifully judged, giving clarity, lift and persistence without heaviness. Each flavour feels precisely placed, unfolding with quiet confidence and finesse.
Winemaker | Christine Pieroth
Region | Nahe, Germany
Vintage | 2020
Varieties | Pinot Gris & Pinot Noir
Viticulture | Biodynamic
Soil | Loam
Altitude | 200 m
Vine Age | 30 years
Production | 500 bottles
ABV | 11.5%
Estate Size | 12 hectares
VINIFICATION
Hand-harvested whole bunches are gently foot-stomped and fermented semi-carbonically for about one week. The wine is then pressed to oak barrels to complete fermentation on full lees, without bâtonnage. Bottled unfined, unfiltered and with zero added sulphur. The amber hue comes from skin contact on Pinot Gris, enhanced by the presence of Pinot Noir.
A graceful, finely structured orange wine that balances aromatic charm with subtle tannic precision.