Selecting a good fresh peach involves the following factors: 1. Appearance: Look for a vibrant, rich, uniform color that ranges from yellow to deep orange or red, depending on the variety. Avoid green tones, which indicates that the peach is unripe. 2. Firmness: Gently squeeze the peach to check its firmness. A ripe peach should yield slightly to pressure without being overly soft or mushy but not feel rock-hard. 3. Texture: A good peach will have smooth, velvety skin without any blemishes, bruises, or wrinkles. 4. Fragrance: Ripe peaches have a sweet, fragrant aroma. A strong, pleasant "peachy" smell indicates that the fruit is likely ripe and flavorful. 5. Ripeness: Peaches continue to ripen after being picked, so if you buy slightly firm ones, you can let them sit at room temperature for a few days until they reach the desired level of ripeness.