- 90 points -
April 2021 (Vintage 2020)A medium-bodied, herbal red with aromas of stewed blackcurrant, pine cone and bitter herb. Fine-grained tannins and a fresh, simple finish. Drink now. Screw cap.
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HIGH NOTE
Red Blend
2022
Country
Argentina
Regulated designation
Geographical Indication (GI)
Region
Valle de Uco
Varietal(s)
Malbec
Cabernet Sauvignon
Syrah
Colour
Red
Sugar
Dry
Producer's website
About this winery
Part of the Catena family of wines, High Note hails from the high elevations of the Uco Valley in Mendoza, Argentina. The wines are a blend of four different vineyards located at the foot of the Andes at 3,300 to 5,000 ft above sea level. Vistaflores Vineyard contributes spices, red fruits, and minerality; La Consulta Vineyard offers black and a mid-palate weight; Altamira Vineyard adds notes of violets; and the highest Gualtallary Vineyard, produces grapes with a deep purple colour, floral and...
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Product notes
High Note gets its name in reference to the altitude of the vineyards located high in the Andes Moutains of the Uco Valley. Mendoza lies in the foothills of the moutians and the vineyards range from 3,300-5,000 ft above sea level, which lends unique characteristics to the wine.
Production notes
The grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks with punchdowns and pumpovers during the alcoholic fermentation. The wine is aged in a mix of 50% French and 50% American oak, 25% of which is new for up to 9 months before bottling where it ages for a further 3 months.
Tasting notes
Intense nose blackberry laced with spice fragrances, hints of blueberry. Barrel aging provides further complexity with delicate chocolate and vanilla flavors.
Press reviews
- 90 points -
March 2023 (Vintage 2022)A fruity and juicy malbec with plenty of black cherries, sweet currants and spices. Round, fresh and firm on the palate, ending with some light, sweet spices and ripe cherries. Direct, relatively simple and fruity, but pretty well-made.
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