A new scab-resistant triploid release from the French breeding program at INRA Angers. Gala x Redfree, maturing approximately one week before Gala in early September. Thoroughly vetted against apple scab, powdery mildew, and fireblight, also rosy apple aphids. At harvest time, fruit eating quality has been judged as excellent. The flesh is firm, crisp and juicy. Taste is slightly flavoured and middly acidic. The keeping quality is good for an early maturing cultivar: it keeps its harvest characteristics for two months in normal fridge conditions. Trial growers have observed that Initial can be managed with remarkably low input: good size and fruit quality have been obtained with minimal pruning , little or no irrigation, and no chemical thinning program. All around resistance to pests and diseases allows significant reduction in the number of phytosanitory treatments necessary. Through Gala, Initial's ancestors include Cox's Orange & Golden Delicious; through Redfree, Jonathan, Rome, and Wealthy.