Somm III Ending Explained: Three legends in the world of wine—Fred Dame, Steven Spurrier and Jancis Robinson—sit down in Paris to taste the rarest bottles of their careers. Directed by Jason Wise, this 2018 documentary film stars the protagonist. With a 6.8/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.

What Happens at the End of Somm III?

Three legends in the world of wine—Fred Dame, Steven Spurrier and Jancis Robinson—sit down in Paris to taste the rarest bottles of their careers. Dustin Wilson gathers the greatest blind tasters of today in New York City for a secret tasting similar to the original Judgment of Paris, with the goal to see if any of the world’s Pinot Noirs can stand up to the greatest Burgundies of France. In the end, both tastings cross with results that could change the world of wine forever.

Jason Wise's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on the protagonist's journey. Dustin Wilson gathers the greatest blind tasters of today in New York City for a secret tasting similar to the original Judgment of Paris, with the goal to see if any of the world’s Pinot Noirs can stand up to the greatest Burgundies of France.

As part of the Somm Collection, the ending carries additional weight for fans following the franchise.

How Does the protagonist's Story End?

  • the protagonist: the protagonist's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.

What Does the Ending of Somm III Mean?

Somm III's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving the protagonist may feel rushed. Jason Wise's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.