Grans-Fassian 2002 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Spätlese – 6 Bottles in Original cardboard Box – No Reserve Price! This is a rare opportunity to acquire a full original 6-bottle case of Grans-Fassian 2002 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Spätlese. These bottles were purchased directly from the winery and have been stored in pristine condition ever since. They are offered in their original Grans-Fassian cardboard box and will be shipped professionally, fully insured, and with utmost care. Estate and Vineyard Grans-Fassian is a historic family estate located in Leiwen, Mosel, with a winemaking tradition dating back to 1624. Since 1982, Gerhard Grans has led the estate with a focus on producing top-quality Rieslings from the region’s most prestigious vineyards. In 2001, the estate was accepted into the VDP, the Association of German Prädikat Wine Estates, a hallmark of excellence in German viticulture. Today, the winery is managed by Catherina Grans, the 13th generation of the family, continuing a legacy of precision, purity, and terroir expression. The Piesporter Goldtröpfchen vineyard is one of the Mosel’s most iconic sites. Classified as VDP.Grosse Lage, it is the highest designation for German vineyards. This amphitheater-shaped slope, with its steep inclines and deep Devonian slate soils, benefits from a unique microclimate that allows Riesling grapes to ripen slowly and fully. The result is wines of exceptional aromatic complexity, minerality, and longevity. Vintage Profile – 2002 and Comparison The 2002 vintage in the Mosel was marked by a challenging growing season with alternating warm and wet periods. Careful vineyard management and selective hand-harvesting were essential. The best producers, including Grans-Fassian, crafted wines of great purity, elegance, and balance. The vintage is now fully mature, offering beautifully integrated fruit, vibrant acidity, and refined minerality. Compared to surrounding vintages: 2003 was extremely hot and dry, producing powerful, ripe wines with lower acidity and shorter aging potential. 2004 was a cooler, more classic vintage, yielding elegant and structured wines with high acidity and finesse. 2005 is considered a legendary vintage, producing concentrated, rich wines with excellent aging potential. 2006 was a more difficult year, with botrytis and rot affecting many vineyards, though top producers still made fine wines through rigorous selection. The 2002 vintage stands out for its balance between freshness and maturity, offering a more restrained and nuanced style than the bold 2003 or 2005 vintages. Critical Acclaim The 2002 Grans-Fassian Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Riesling Spätlese received 93 points from Falstaff in a 2021 retrospective tasting. The wine was praised for its floral fragrance, notes of raisin and crystallised ginger, juicy acidity, and disarming elegance. It shows vivid minerality and a slender, elegant finish. Community reviews on CellarTracker have also been positive, with an average score of 89 to 92 points. Tasting notes highlight aromas of apricot, spice, and petrol, with a rich, balanced palate and a long, complex finish. Provenance and Condition These bottles were acquired directly from the Grans-Fassian estate in 2007 and have remained in the same hands since. As the official representative of the winery in the Czech market since 2003, OHMS Connoisseurs Choice guarantees the authenticity and provenance of this lot. The wines have been stored in our professional wine cellar under strict air and humidity control. Labels are fully intact, fill levels are excellent, and the original cardboard box is included. The wines will be shipped securely and insured, ensuring they arrive in the same pristine condition. Drinking Window This 2002 Spätlese is now at its peak maturity and will continue to offer pleasure through 2030 and beyond. It is ideal for collectors, connoisseurs, or anyone seeking to experience the elegance of a mature Mosel Riesling. Final Note This is a rare and valuable offering from one of the Mosel’s most respected producers and vineyards. With impeccable provenance, professional storage, and critical acclaim, this six-bottle lot is a true collector’s gem. Offered with no reserve price, it presents a unique opportunity to secure a piece of German wine history. Bid with confidence and enjoy the timeless beauty of mature Riesling.