The light-weight 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon Mount Veeder possesses hard tannin, along with hints of black currants, mint, earth, and oak. There is not enough substance to support the high tannin level. I would opt for drinking this wine during its first 8-12 years of life as it does not possess the substance necessary to back up its structure.(Release date 10/03)Tel. (800) 600-6899; Fax (800) 600-5895