About this Event
Bottle Shock is a spirited, wine-soaked underdog story set in 1970s Napa Valley, where long-haired dreamers and stubborn visionaries dare to believe their scrappy California wines can stand toe-to-toe with the mighty French. When ambitious British wine merchant Steven Spurrier decides to host a blind tasting in Paris, the unpolished but passionate team at Chateau Montelena—led by fiery father-and-son duo Jim and Bo Barrett—find themselves swept into a competition that could change everything.
What follows is a sun-drenched clash of old-world prestige and new-world grit, complete with culture shock, crushed grapes, family tension, and plenty of Chardonnay-fueled drama. At its heart, Bottle Shock is about taking risks, trusting your palate, and proving that greatness can come from unexpected places—especially when you’re bold enough to uncork it.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The CIA at Copia (The Culinary Institute of America), 500 1st Street, Napa, United States
USD 22.05
