Corino Giovanni di Corino Giuliano

Corino Giovanni di Corino Giuliano is a family estate in La Morra, Piedmont, that stands out for its disciplined blend of traditional winemaking and modern technique. The Corino family began as sharecroppers in the 1950s; when Giuliano assumed control of the winery following his grandfather Giovanni's retirement during the 1980s, he made the pivotal decision to bottle his own wine instead of selling fruit. This shift coincided with a revolution in Barolo winemaking, and Giuliano embraced controlled fermentation, short macerations, and French oak aging—producing wines where tannins are managed with precision and oak integrates naturally rather than dominating. Today, the winemaking operation brings together Giuliano, his wife Stefania, their children Veronica and Andrea, and other family members across the estate's 9.5 hectares.

About Corino Giovanni di Corino Giuliano

The estate farms prime sites just below La Morra, where the terrain and microclimate favour Nebbiolo. The winery sits at Annunziata, a small hamlet where two of their single-vineyard Barolos originate. Giachini faces south with calcareous marl clay soils, producing wines of amplified complexity and density. Arborina sits to the southeast with sandier soils, yielding wines marked by elegance and floral notes balanced against ripe fruit and spice. The Bricco Manescotto vineyard, on the border with Castiglione Falletto, has southwestern exposure and combines sand, marl, and clay in balanced measure across its mixed soil composition.

Giuliano's winemaking method reflects his philosophy of balance. During fermentation, rotary fermenters maintain tight control at 25–30°C, preventing over-extraction. Malolactic fermentation occurs in stainless steel before the wines move to small French barrels—roughly one-third new—for up to 24 months. This measured approach results in wines that express terroir without excessive oak influence. The estate's Langhe Nebbiolo offers a pure expression: unoaked, aged one year in stainless steel, it delivers fragrance and balance without the weight of oak. This wine serves as the accessible entry point to the Corino house style, while the three Barolo crus—Giachini, Arborina, and Bricco Manescotto—show how soil and exposure shape the same grape into distinctly different wines.

Corino Giovanni di Corino Giuliano Wines in Our Collection

The 2024 Langhe Nebbiolo (92 points) is the estate's most approachable wine, unoaked and vibrant, perfect for exploring Corino's style without commitment to a full Barolo. Move up to the single-vineyard Barolos for serious depth. The 2021 Barolo Giachini (93 points; James Suckling 94, Winemag 94, Ian D'Agata 95) shows power and complexity from its south-facing site. All represent precise winemaking and honest La Morra character.

Food Pairing

Corino's Barolos pair with braised beef, game, and aged cheeses—dishes where tannin grip and spice add dimension. The Langhe Nebbiolo is lighter, suiting roasted poultry, mushroom risotto, and cured meats. For single-vineyard Barolos, reserve them for special dinners: Giachini with rare-breed beef or venison stew; Arborina with duck confit or truffle-based dishes where its floral notes shine. Bricco Manescotto bridges casual and formal meals—it works equally at a weeknight pasta with meat ragù or a proper dinner table.

What makes Corino Giovanni di Corino Giuliano different from other La Morra producers?

Giuliano pioneered a modern approach using rotary fermenters and French oak while respecting tradition. His three single-vineyard Barolos express specific terroir: Giachini shows density; Arborina, elegance; Bricco Manescotto, balance. Tannins are managed precisely, oak never overwhelms.

Which Corino wine should I start with?

The 2024 Langhe Nebbiolo (92 points) is ideal. Unoaked and aged one year in stainless steel, it delivers purity and fragrance. It introduces the house style without the commitment of a full Barolo.

How long do Corino Barolos age?

The wines spend up to 24 months in small French barrels before release. They are approachable now but structured enough for long cellaring. The single-vineyard crus, especially Giachini, develop further complexity over 5–10 years.

Who makes Corino Giovanni di Corino Giuliano wines?

The Corino family estate in La Morra, Piedmont. Giuliano took control in the 1980s from his grandfather Giovanni and made the pivotal decision to bottle their own wine. Today, Giuliano, his wife Stefania, and their children Veronica and Andrea run the 9.5-hectare operation together.

What style of wine does Corino Giovanni di Corino Giuliano make?

Nebbiolo-based reds with savory, classic character. Their Langhe Nebbiolo is unoaked and pure; their three single-vineyard Barolos show terroir precision with controlled fermentation, short maceration, and restrained French oak aging. The 2021 Barolo Giachini scored 93 points.

How much does Corino Giovanni di Corino Giuliano wine cost?

Between £26.40 and £74.80. The 2024 Langhe Nebbiolo entry point is £26.40; single-vineyard Barolos range from £64.70 to £74.80, offering serious depth at fair pricing for La Morra character.