2004 Vintage - Reinhold Haart – Piesporter Riesling Goldtröpfchen Spätlese (4 x 0.75L Bottles) No Reserve Catawiki Exclusive! Vibrant Acidity Meets Age-Worthy Elegance from the Heart of the Mosel – Crafted by Theo Haart, Germany’s Winemaker of the Year 2007. This stunning set of four late-harvest Rieslings from the famed Piesporter vineyards in the Mosel Valley showcases the pure, crystalline potential of the 2004 vintage—a year defined by a classic balance of ripe fruit and thrilling acidity. Handcrafted by Theo Haart, one of Germany’s most respected winemakers, these wines offer a vibrant expression of the Goldtröpfchen site, providing both immediate pleasure and outstanding cellaring capacity. Here are some wine critic and community ratings for the 2004 Reinhold Haart – Piesporter Riesling Goldtröpfchen Spätlese: * CellarTracker reports an average score of 89.5 points based on 9 community reviews, praising its balance and aging ability. * The Wine Rambler offered a glowing review in 2009, calling the wine "stunning" and praising its "sophisticated" nose and "perfectly integrated" palate, noting its multi-layered character and excellent aging potential. * Wine-Searcher records an average critic score of 90/100 based on 4 professional reviews for this vintage. Why This Set is Special: * Direct from the Estate – Purchased in 2005 and stored since in a professional, climate- and humidity-controlled cellar. * Winemaker Prestige – Theo Haart was named Germany’s Winemaker of the Year in 2007. * Historic Estate – Reinhold Haart is one of the Mosel’s oldest family-run wineries, with a winemaking tradition dating back to 1337. * Sustainable Practices – No chemical fertilizers, low yields (\sim 50 hl/ha), and wild yeast fermentation ensure purity and terroir expression. Tasting Profile: Expect a beautifully defined Spätlese that captures the essence of classic Mosel Riesling. The nose offers sophisticated notes of juicy peach, nectarine, and ripe citrus, underscored by classic minerality and a subtle hint of petrol from age. On the palate, the wine delivers a harmonious texture where luscious sweetness is perfectly counterbalanced by a laser-sharp core of acidity, resulting in a wine that is both delightfully rich and refreshingly crisp. Now fully mature, these wines are drinking beautifully, offering a silky texture, golden hue, and a long, energetic finish. Vintage 2004 – A Classic Mosel Expression: * Vintage Quality: Very good to excellent. * Style: A classic style, purer and more pristine than the richer 2003, with superb transparency and excellent acidity. * Harvest: A challenging but ultimately rewarding late harvest, resulting in clean, perfectly healthy grapes with a beautiful balance of sugar and acid—the hallmark of great, age-worthy Mosel Riesling. * Current Condition: Ready to drink, with a decade of impeccable cellar age, offering peak complexity and the potential for many more years of enjoyment. OHMS Final Note: This is a collector’s opportunity to acquire a perfectly stored trio of classic Mosel Rieslings from a high-acid, age-worthy vintage. Crafted by one of Germany’s most celebrated winemakers, this set promises an exhilarating and beautifully balanced drinking experience. Bid now and secure this brilliant, gold-tinged gem of the Mosel. Exclusively on Catawiki.