Château La Freynelle, an estate with deep local roots and a reputation for delivering quality far beyond its humble price tag. Owner Véronique Barthe is the first woman in her family’s history (dating back to 1789) to take the helm, and she’s brought a modern sensibility to classic Bordeaux farming. The vineyards sit on clay-limestone soils that keep the vines cool and balanced, producing fruit with both freshness and structure. Whether crafting a pure, varietal Cabernet Sauvignon or the rarely seen Bordeaux Clairet, a vivid, traditional style somewhere between red and rosé, La Freynelle captures the approachable, everyday-drinking side of the region while staying true to its heritage.