In a dramatic escalation of their ongoing legal battles, Brad Pitt has filed a stunning lawsuit against Angelina Jolie, accusing his former spouse of orchestrating a secret sale that could destroy their shared French vineyard business.
The Heart of the Conflict: Château Miraval
The legal firestorm centres around Château Miraval, the prestigious French vineyard and estate where the celebrity couple famously married in 2014. Pitt claims Jolie deliberately sold her stake in the property to a Russian oligarch without his knowledge or consent, despite previous agreements giving him right of first refusal.
According to court documents obtained by The Mirror, Pitt alleges this move was designed to "inflict harm" on his reputation and business interests, potentially jeopardising the future of their successful Miraval rosé wine brand.
A Business Empire Under Threat
The vineyard isn't just a sentimental property for the former Hollywood power couple - it represents a multi-million pound business empire. Their Miraval wines have achieved global recognition, with their premium rosé becoming one of the world's most sought-after celebrity-branded beverages.
Pitt's legal team argues that Jolie's alleged secret sale to Yuri Shefler, owner of Stoli Group, could damage the brand's reputation and commercial viability. The lawsuit suggests this was a calculated move in their ongoing post-divorce conflict rather than a straightforward business decision.
The Legal Battle Intensifies
This latest lawsuit adds another layer to the couple's already contentious divorce proceedings, which began in 2016. The legal documents paint a picture of broken trust and alleged betrayal, with Pitt claiming Jolie's actions violate their original purchase agreement for the property.
The case raises complex questions about celebrity business ventures, post-divorce asset management, and whether personal conflicts should impact shared commercial enterprises worth millions.
As both parties prepare for what could be a lengthy court battle, the wine industry and celebrity watchers alike are watching closely to see how this high-stakes drama will affect one of France's most famous celebrity-owned vineyards.
