Here's a more detailed synopsis of the movie:
The film follows the story of Jim Barrett (Chris Pine), a young American sommelier from Santa Rosa, California, who dreams of owning his own winery. He is mentored by Bo Barrett (Alan Rickman), a British expatriate and experienced winemaker who owns the Chateau Montelena winery.
Jim becomes determined to prove that California wines can compete with the prestigious French wines, and organizes a blind tasting competition called "The Judgment of Paris." He gathers a group of esteemed French wine judges and invites them to sample wines from California and France without knowing their origin.
As the competition takes place, Jim faces numerous obstacles and challenges, including skepticism and prejudice from the French judges. However, with the support of Bo and his team, including Gustavo Brambila (Freddy Rodriguez), a Mexican vineyard worker, Jim perseveres and presents the California wines with confidence and passion.
The film portrays the tension and drama of the competition, and depicts the camaraderie and spirit of cooperation among the winery team. It also delves into the personal lives and struggles of the characters, exploring themes of determination, ambition, and the pursuit of excellence.
"Bottle Shock" is a celebration of the California wine industry and its ability to surpass expectations and overcome prejudice. It showcases the passion, hard work, and dedication of the people behind the winemaking process and captures the significance of the "Judgment of Paris" event in reshaping the global perception of American wines.