Niki Moser's Fundamental: A Captivating Companion
Niki Moser has added an equally intriguing wine to his impressive Minimal duo, adhering to the same stringent production criteria. In brief, this means biodynamic vineyard management, spontaneous fermentation in the cellar, natural clarification, no filtration, and no use of sulfur dioxide at any stage.
Like the white Minimal, the Fundamental is also crafted from Grüner Veltliner. The two main differences lie in the vineyard and aging process. While the grapes for Minimal are sourced from the Schnabel vineyard, those for Fundamental come from Wolfsgraben—a site with similar geology but different exposure, partially surrounded by forest and cooler in climate.
The aging process also differs; unlike Minimal's 18 months in wood, Fundamental is aged for one year in stainless steel tanks.
Style & Aromas
Textured, elegant, clear, and balanced. Compact and dense, yet bright and inviting. Absent is the often overpowering dark spiciness typical of Veltliner, replaced by cool, inviting fruit and a distinctly stony note. The acidity provides drive and focus, leading to a soft, yellow-fruited finish.
Fact Sheet
- Grape Variety: Grüner Veltliner
- Vineyard: Wolfsgraben
- Harvest: By hand
- Fermentation: Spontaneous | Wild yeasts
- Aging: In stainless steel tank
- Filtration: None
- SO₂: Unsulfured
- Alcohol: 12.5% vol.
- Closure: Natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 8-10°C
- Optimal Drinking Window: Now – 2026
- Content and Price per Liter: 0.75 l/(€23.62/l)
Philosophy: All winemakers listed at Vinonudo work in their vineyards using compost, organic fertilizers, and natural preparations, avoiding the use of herbicides, pesticides, and synthetic fertilizers.
