The 2021 Indie Rosé is perhaps the most distinct and proudest example of a Provençal rosé that we have made to date. Lighter in color, lower in alcohol, yet layered with complexity, this latest release feels like a surge forward in our ultimate goal of making a pink wine that seamlessly melds into a lineup of French rosés. Aromatics of white peach and grapefruit waft out of the glass initially in a singular and fresh way that is pleasant, albeit understated. For those who look deeper, bright mandarin and overt strawberry scone and lemon tart are underlined by rose petal, orange blossom, and teak along with an omnipresent breath of ocean air. On the palate, the acid catches your attention first, but not because of its dominance. It is striking from start to finish but perfectly integrated around flavors in a way that makes the palate feel soft. Softness hardly goes hand in hand with striking acidity, but here it acts more of a support piece than the main structure. Bursts of lychee, ripe mango, and fresh pear dominate the flavors, but a sweet and sour zing of star fruit, green apple, and cantaloupe swirl on the palate. Flavors linger longer than expected, a welcomed refreshment perfect for summer sipping.