High Note
Brand Description
Argentina is a country of unique and dramatic landscapes where innovation and tradition collide. It is an eclectic melting pot where diverse cultures inspire passion and energy. Music, dance, food, and high-altitude viticulture all resonate with High Note’s vibrant and revolutionary spirit. Inspired by the passion and energy of its Argentine roots, High Note honors the music that represents Argentina’s lively culture.
High Note label design provokes interest through evocative imagery and symbolism:
- Music, dance, culture – The violin and bandoneón symbolize the passion of the tango and those who surrender to it
- Cloud-wrapped mountains, sea shells, and the Andean condor represent Argentina’s sweep from the Andes to the Atlantic coast
- The Ceibo – Argentina’s national flower (located in the woman’s hair on the Malbec label) reminds us of the great abundance of Argentinian flora
Born in the Uco Valley with the Revolutionary Spirit of Argentina.
Location of Vineyard
The cooler climate in the higher elevations of the Uco Valley produces wines with bright acidity, fresh aromas, and an unmistakable personality. High Note's grapes are sourced from five carefully selected vineyards ranging in elevation from 3,300 – 5,000 feet above sea level:
- Gualtallary: The high altitudes deliver deep purple wines with fruity and floral notes
- Vista Flores: Contributes flavors of spice, red fruits, and minerality
- La Consulta: Adds black fruit and mid-palate weight
- Altamira: Brings violet notes to the aroma
- Eugenio Bustos: Provides the wine with racy acidity and floral notes
Winemaking and Viticulture Philosophy
Head Winemaker Leopoldo Kuschnaroff hails from a family of farmers, born of Ukrainian immigrants to Argentina. A true son of the Mendoza wine region, he graduated from trade school with a degree in winemaking in 1999, followed by a master’s degree in viticulture from the prestigious Cuyo University.
His prime philosophy and goal as a winemaker is to make wines reflective of the terroir, a challenge that enables him to experiment with the different microclimates of the Uco Valley, perfecting wine that is truly representative of this region.
Leopoldo has been working with the Catena family since 2007, joining the prestigious High Note brand in 2013.
Winery Profile
Winemaker: Leopoldo Kuschnaroff
Founded: 2008
Acclaim
— acclaim for 2022 High Note Red Blend from Vinous, Sep 2023
