I sprung for the Crispi Goretex Guide boot, uninsulated, when they were on clearance before Christmas. They are very impressive, and high. But for a lot of hunting I'll still use a lighter boot, such as the Danner Reckoning. But I had to stretch the Danners a bit for my wide feet.
The short, light, leather gaiters often worn by African hunters work great for seeds and debris in the boot. Of course, they're not waterproof at all.
I prefer a tall boot for ankle stability. If not, a shorter boot would have probably been good enough for me. If Asolo made anything that would fit me, I probably would have gone that route long ago.
