Muskmelon, peach and dried spices mark the nose of Montaud's 2019 Cotes de Provence Rose. Despite all the fruit up front, this medium-bodied effort seamlessly transitions into a dry, spice-driven finish lined with crushed stone. Nicely done.

Grenache and Cinsault give this wine its fruitiness and an attractive touch of pepper. The two characteristics make for a classic Provence rosé and this wine, in its skittle bottle, is a perfect summer aperitif. Drink now.