Buy Riess enamel online from Taiga, with delivery from Germany. We stock around 380 Riess products from Ybbsitz in Austria. The right range depends on your hob and whether you want to cook, fry or bake: NOUVELLE for all hob types, including induction, CLASSIC for bakeware and kitchen classics, and Classic Pure Grey for pots that can go from the hob into the oven.
Updated: 7 November 2026. Author: Taiga GmbH, Berlin. Manufacturer information according to Riess, Ybbsitz.
What enamel is
Enamel is glass fused to steel. According to Riess, the glass layer is fused with the steel at around 850 degrees in a kiln. This creates a hard, smooth surface without a coating: it does not affect flavours, and is resistant to cuts and scratches and easy to clean. The steel core conducts the heat, while the glass surface retains it. According to the manufacturer, Riess has been making its products in Ybbsitz in Lower Austria since 1922.
The ranges at a glance
| Range | For | Hob or oven | How to recognise it |
|---|---|---|---|
| NOUVELLE | Pots, saucepans and frying pans for everyday cooking | All hob types, including induction, and according to Riess, open fire | Extra-thick heat-retaining steel base, chrome rim, glass lid, stainless steel or plastic handles |
| NOUVELLE PUR | Coloured frying pans | All hob types | Coloured exterior, black enamel interior and rust-resistant pouring rim |
| CLASSIC | Bakeware, bread bins and kitchen classics | Oven | Black enamel, rolled rim and loose base in cake tins |
| Classic Pure Grey | Saucepan, stockpot and pouring pot | All hob types, from hob to oven | Grey finish, enamelled handles and chrome rim |
| Aromapots | Pots and saucepans with lids | All hob types | Round shape and enamel lid |
| Schwarzemaille | Grandma's frying pan, country frying pan and roasting pans | All hob types and oven | Black enamel inside and out, with a low rim |
| Bunt Pastell | Fluted kettles, compost caddies and wide bowls | Hob and kitchen | Pastel-coloured exterior |
Which range suits your everyday cooking?
You cook every day and have an induction hob: NOUVELLE. The 5-piece starter set with stockpots in 16, 20 and 24 centimetres, a saucepan and a frying pan covers the essentials in a kitchen. The thick base distributes heat evenly, the sides of the pots heat all the way round, and you can turn the heat down sooner.
You enjoy baking: CLASSIC. The cake tin with loose base comes in four sizes. After baking, you push the base upwards and lift the cake out of the tin. According to Riess, the tin is resistant to fruit acids, making it suitable for fruit cakes too. The range also includes loaf tins and baking trays.
You want a pot that goes from the hob into the oven: Classic Pure Grey. The enamelled handles get hot, but can withstand the oven. Saucepan and stockpot with lids, plus the pouring pot for serving.
You want to sear food at high heat: Schwarzemaille. Grandma's frying pan and the country frying pan can withstand high temperatures and develop a natural patina over time that works like a non-stick coating.
Care: how to make enamel last a lifetime
- Boil it with water before first use. For Schwarzemaille, season it with a little oil.
- Cook with wooden or plastic utensils. Metal leaves marks, but the surface remains sealed.
- On induction, start at a low setting. According to Riess, never use the boost function. Do not heat empty cookware on the highest setting or cool hot pots suddenly, otherwise the glass layer may crack.
- According to Riess, it is dishwasher-safe, but washing by hand keeps the shine for longer.
- A chip on the rim is no reason to throw it away: the steel core will rust at that point, but the pot can still be used for cooking.
Frequently asked questions
Is Riess enamel suitable for induction?
Yes. According to Riess, the NOUVELLE, Classic Pure Grey, Aromapots and Schwarzemaille ranges are suitable for all hob types, including induction. Riess recommends starting on a low setting on induction and never using the boost function. CLASSIC bakeware belongs in the oven.
What is the difference between NOUVELLE and CLASSIC?
NOUVELLE is the cookware range with an extra-thick base for use on the hob. CLASSIC is the range of bakeware and kitchen classics in black enamel.
Can I sear food in enamel cookware?
Yes. Enamel can withstand high heat. Schwarzemaille is best suited to searing at high temperatures because it develops a patina over time.
Does Riess enamel have a coating?
No. Enamel is glass fused to steel, without a non-stick coating. The smooth glass surface does not affect flavours or absorb odours.
Where is Riess from?
According to the manufacturer, Riess has been making its products in Ybbsitz in Lower Austria since 1922. Individual products in the range come from other countries; this is stated on the relevant product page.
Where can I buy Riess enamel?
From Taiga online, with delivery from Germany: pots, frying pans, bakeware, bread bins and storage containers. Our team can answer questions about a product in the chat.