Portrait of Gianluca Morino
i. Biography
The Path
Gianluca Morino trained at Scuola enologica di Alba. That training sits behind a practice shaped by structure and élevage, with Morino arguing that new wood can “guarantee better olfactory clarity and essentiality of the wines.”
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The Work Today
Cascina Garitina in Castel Boglione, Italy is the working base of Gianluca Morino. The estate frames the wines around a clear view of structure, with élevage used as part of that argument rather than as decoration.
Signature
Gianluca Morino’s signature wines include Barbera Garitta, Caranti, Vera, and Nizza DOCG Riserva.
Acclaim
Recognition for Morino is tied to the estate and the wines themselves. Gianluca Morino is identified through Cascina Garitina and the bottlings made there, rather than through ceremony or prize language.
FAQ
Asked of Gianluca
What is Gianluca Morino's current role?
As of 2026, Gianluca Morino is Current Owner.
Where did Gianluca Morino train or study?
Gianluca Morino trained at Scuola enologica di Alba.
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