Winzergenossenschaft Britzingen

What Winzergenossenschaft Britzingen does

Winzergenossenschaft Britzingen Markgräflerland e.G. is an eingetragene Genossenschaft (registered cooperative) founded in 1950 in Müllheim-Britzingen, in the Markgräflerland wine region of Baden, Germany — positioned in the tri-border Drei­län­der­eck between Basel, Colmar, and Freiburg. The cooperative pools grapes from approximately 140–166 member winemaker families cultivating roughly 200 hectares of vineyards in the Schwarzwald Vorbergzone, producing still wines (white, red, rosé), Sekt and Crémant sparkling wines, plus ancillary products (N'fels spirits, Glüh-Rössle mulled wine, 10-year aged gourmet vinegar, red grape liqueur, wine jelly). Its flagship tier is the Muggardt edition, sourced from cross-terraced, extremely yield-reduced parcels (30 kg/are) marketed for high aging potential.

The business operates a hybrid direct-to-consumer and B2B model. DTC flows through a Shopware-powered online shop (shop.britzinger-wein.de), shipping via DHL across Germany with tiered parcel pricing and a €300 free-shipping threshold, plus a physical Vinothek at headquarters and a secondary sales point in Badenweiler. The B2B motion targets trade, gastronomy, and hospitality with partnership-style supply arrangements and event collaborations. Pricing spans roughly €5.20 (Glüh-Rössle 1L) to €32 (Muggardt Spätburgunder / N'fels Spirituose), with tasting packages positioned at €37.80–€59.90 to drive trial. Marketing is multi-channel: website, Instagram (@britzinger_winzer), a CleverReach double opt-in newsletter, and experiential activations anchored by the annual Britzinger Weintage festival plus recurring Weinproben and Weinwandertag events.

Governance follows cooperative law, with an honorary Vorstand (Chairman Armin Imgraben; board members Stephan Leinfelder, Martin Sütterlin), an Aufsichtsrat chaired by Arndt Rüdlin, and oversight by the Baden-Württembergischer Genossenschaftsverband. The firm is private with no parent, no external funding rounds, no subsidiaries, and no international shipping — explicitly Germany-only. The cooperative has been operating for over 60 years, with the broader Markgräflerland winemaking tradition claimed at more than 12 centuries.

Name

Winzergenossenschaft Britzingen

Legal name

Winzergenossenschaft Britzingen Markgräflerland e.G.

Website

https://britzinger-wein.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Winzergenossenschaft Britzingen is a German wine cooperative of ~140–166 member families cultivating ~201 ha in the Markgräflerland (Baden), producing still wines, Sekt, and ancillary products for German consumers, gastronomy, and hospitality via DTC e-commerce, Vinothek, and B2B channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wine Production

NAICS

Wineries (31213), Wineries (312130), Beer, Wine, and Liquor Retailers (445320), Wine and Distilled Alcoholic Beverage Merchant Wholesalers (424820), Beverage Manufacturing (3121)

SIC

Beverages (2080), Wholesale-Beer, Wine & Distilled Alcoholic Beverages (5180)

akta.pro primary industry

Wine Production & Winemaking (AFAFAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands (CRADAIAB), Wineries & Vineyards (Tasting Rooms) (THAFALAE), Wine Tastings & Vineyard/Winery Tours (THAJAGAD), Wine Shops (Off-Premise) (CRANAAAB)

Keywords

• Wine production
• Sparkling wine
• Wine cooperative
• Regional wines
• Vineyard management

Headquarters

HQ city

Müllheim

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct-to-Consumer Wine Sales: Online shop sales of wines, sparkling wines (Sekt), and related products (spirit N'fels, wine jelly, vinegar, mulled wine) through their e-commerce platform. Physical vinothek sales at the Britzingen location.
2. B2B/Gastronomy Sales: Supply relationships with trade, gastronomy, and hospitality businesses. Partnership approach for supplying selected wines and exclusive company events.
3. Premium/Special Edition Wines: Higher-margin products including Muggardt edition (Spätburgunder, Grauer Burgunder, Weißwein Cuvée), Signature wines, and Barrique selections.
4. Bag-in-Box Format: 3-liter Bag-in-Box wines (Gutedel, Weißburgunder, Spätburgunder, Spätburgunder Rosé) offering convenience and longer shelf life after opening.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Winzergenossenschaft Britzingen is a wine cooperative that cultivates approximately 200 hectares of vineyards in the Markgräflerland/Baden wine region and collectively produces, ages, and markets wines and sparkling wines (Sekt). Its portfolio spans still wines (white, red, rosé), the premium Muggardt Edition, Bag-in-Box formats, and ancillary products such as N'fels spirits, Glüh-Rössle mulled wine, Weingelée, Gourmet-Essig, and red grape liqueur, sold through an online shop, an on-site Vinothek, B2B partners, and tasting events.

Product overview

Winzergenossenschaft Britzingen is a wine-growing cooperative (Winzergenossenschaft) operating in the Markgräflerland wine region of Baden, Germany. The cooperative comprises 166 members cultivating approximately 201 hectares of vineyards. The product portfolio centers on still wines (white, red, and rosé) and sparkling wines (Sekt), with wines sold across multiple quality tiers including standard Qualitätswein, premium Muggardt Edition (the pinnacle of Britzinger quality), and specialized lines like Signature, Premium, Barrique, and Exclusiv. Beyond wines, the company offers ancillary products including spirits (N'fels brand), mulled wine (Glüh-Rössle), wine jelly, gourmet vinegar, grape liqueur, and wine tasting packages. Products are sold through an online shop (Shopware platform), the on-site Vinothek, and retail partners.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Muggardt: Premium wine edition from the Muggardt vineyard, featuring extremely yield-reduced parcels (30 kg/ar) with high aging potential. Includes Spätburgunder, Grauer Burgunder, and Weißwein Cuvée.
• N'fels
• Glüh-Rössle

Products and services

• Weine (Still Wines) Full portfolio of still wines — whites (Gutedel, Grauer Burgunder, Weißer Burgunder, Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Muskateller, Müller-Thurgau, Auxerrois, Nobling, Gewürztraminer), reds (Spätburgunder, Schwarzriesling, Regent, Merlot, Cabernet), and rosés — all produced from grapes grown in the Baden wine region and sold under the cooperative's labels.
• Sekt und Perlwein (Sparkling Wine) Sparkling wines including Weißer Burgunder Sekt (dry) and Crémant Sekt Brut, produced using traditional or Charmat methods, targeted at consumers and event buyers.
• Bag-in-Box Wines Wine offerings in 3-liter Bag-in-Box format for convenient dispensing and extended freshness after opening, including Spätburgunder QbA, Spätburgunder Rosé QbA, Weißburgunder QbA, and Gutedel QbA.
• Muggardt Edition (Premium Wines) Premium wine line from the Muggardt vineyard representing the pinnacle of Britzinger quality. Produced from extremely low-yield parcels (30 kg/are) with high aging potential; includes Spätburgunder Rotwein QbA trocken, Weißwein Cuvée QbA trocken, and Grauer Burgunder QbA trocken.
• N'fels Spirituosen (Spirits) Brand of spirits including N'fels Spirituose (20% vol) and N'fels Weiß (19.5% vol), produced as exclusive Baden distillates and presented in elegant 0.7-liter bottles.
• Glüh-Rössle (Mulled Wine) Traditional German mulled wines in red and white variants, sold in 1-liter bottles and made with winter spices (cinnamon, cloves, orange peel), intended to be heated to max 75°C.
• Weingelée (Wine Jelly) Wine jelly in red and white variants (400g) made from wine with intense fruit flavor, suitable for cheese plates, grilled meats, desserts, or as a gift item.
• Gourmet-Essig (Gourmet Vinegar) Premium aged vinegar (0.5 liter) made from red wine and refined for 10 years, versatile for salads, sauces, marinades, and meat/fish dishes.
• Roter Traubenlikör (Red Grape Liqueur) Sweet and intense red grape liqueur capturing the aromas of sun-ripened grapes, made from Cabernet Mitos grapes and intended as a digestif.
• Probierpakete (Tasting Packages) Curated wine tasting packages including Probierpaket Gold (6 bottles: Chasslie Gutedel + Spätburgunder), Probierpaket Weiß trocken (6 white wines), and Probierpaket Premium (3 premium wines); include free shipping within Germany.

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Baden-Württembergischer Genossenschaftsverband e.V.coreOthers · 1 January 1950Associated audit association (Prüfungsverband) for the cooperative, located at Am Rüppurrer Schloß 40, 76199 Karlsruhe. Responsible for cooperative governance oversight and compliance.
• DHL Paket GmbHminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary shipping partner for parcel delivery within Germany. Used for standard 1-36 bottle orders with various shipping tiers.
• Trade, Gastronomy & Hospitality PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorB2B partnerships with trade, gastronomy, and hotel businesses as reliable suppliers for selected wines and partners for exclusive company events.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Winzergenossenschaft Achkarren am Kaiserstuhl: Baden wine-growing cooperative on the Kaiserstuhl with member-growers, vinotheque, and online DTC sales — directly comparable cooperative model, similar regional wine portfolio, and overlapping B2B trade and gastronomy partnerships.
• Winzergenossenschaft Bötzingen eG: Baden wine cooperative operating on the Kaiserstuhl with a similar member-grower model, vinothek, online shop, and event-driven consumer engagement strategy.
• Winzergenossenschaft Eichstetten am Kaiserstuhl: Kaiserstuhl-based wine cooperative with parallel cooperative structure, DTC vinothek, and portfolio of Baden still and sparkling wines.
• Durbacher Winzergenossenschaft: Established Ortenau/Baden wine cooperative with comparable member-driven production, on-site vinothek, and multi-channel wine and Sekt offering.
• Winzergenossenschaft Bischoffingen-Endingen: Kaiserstuhl-based wine cooperative operating similar cooperative governance and DTC / B2B wine distribution.
• Winzergenossenschaft Königschaffhausen-Kiechlinsbergen: Kaiserstuhl wine cooperative with parallel member-grower model, vineyard holdings, and DTC plus trade-channel wine sales.
• Kaiserstühler Winzerverein Oberrotweil: One of the larger Baden wine cooperatives on the Kaiserstuhl with comparable product mix of still and sparkling wines and event marketing.

Broad incumbents

• Badischer Winzerkeller / Winzerkeller Breisach: Major Baden wine cooperative and producer group offering an overlapping portfolio of regional still wines, Sekt, and specialties at significantly greater scale and broader market reach.
• Rotkäppchen-Mumm Sektkellereien: Germany's largest Sekt/sparkling wine producer with nationwide distribution, mass-market brand investment, and a portfolio that overlaps with Britzingen's Sekt and Crémant offerings.

Regional players

• Weingut Markgraf von Baden: Large historic Baden wine estate operating from the same region with premium-tier still wines and Sekt, supplying gastronomy and premium retail across Germany.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/britzinger_winzer
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/winzergenossenschaft-britzingen-eg

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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