The legal fight between Brad Pitt and Angeline Jolie over their French winery, Chateau Miraval is heading to trail. A judge recently rejected Jolie’s request to dismiss the case, allowing it to continue. The trail is schedule for 2026. What began as a business disagreement has turned into a deeply personal battle between the former couple.
Brad Pitt and Angeline Jolie bought Chateau Miraval together in 2008 when their relationship was strong intially Pitt owned 60% of the shares, while Jolie held 40%. Just before their 2014 wedding, Pitt transferred 10% of his shares to Jolie, making them equal partners.
The trouble started when Jolie sold her 50% share in the winery to Stoli Group’s wine division in 2021 without telling Pitt. Pitt says this broke their agreement, which required both to approve any sale. He sued to undo the deal, claiming he had the first right to buy her shares. Jolie has said she sold her shares because Pitt tried to force her into signing a non-disclosure agreement to keep quiet about alleged past misconduct.
The legal case has become more complicated as personal accusations have come into play. Jolie’s lawyers claim Pitt is motivated by personal reasons, not business ones. Pitt’s side calls it a simple business dispute and says Jolie has added unnecessary personal elements.
Both Pitt and Jolie are expected to be questioned during the trial which may bring more details about their private lives to light. Despite efforts to resolve the issue, sources say a settlement is unlikely.
What was once a symbol of love for the couple has turned into a source of conflict. Chateau Miraval now reflects the breakdown of their relationship with neither side willing to back down.
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