Fresh documents have emerged in the ongoing multi-million pound legal saga between Hollywood exes Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, revealing the actress's private communications about their prized French winery.
The Email Trail That Could Cost Millions
Confidential emails submitted to court show Jolie's strategic approach to the disposal of her stake in Château Miraval, the prestigious Provençal vineyard the former couple once called their "family home." The correspondence paints a detailed picture of the business decisions behind what has become one of Hollywood's most acrimonious post-divorce battles.
A Vineyard Turned Battlefield
At the heart of the dispute lies the couple's former shared passion project - the 1,200-acre Château Miraval estate in Correns, France. What began as a romantic retreat and successful business venture has transformed into a legal warzone, with Pitt alleging that Jolie secretly sold her stake to undermine his connection to the property they purchased together in 2008.
The winery isn't just any property - it's where the couple married in 2014 and built their family life, with the estate producing award-winning rosé that generated millions in annual revenue.
Legal Volleys in a High-Stakes Fight
Pitt's legal team contends that Jolie's sale of her 50% stake to Russian oligarch Yuri Shefler's Tenute del Mondo company violated their original agreement, which supposedly gave each partner first refusal on the other's shares. The emails now being examined by courts allegedly show Jolie's awareness of these contractual obligations.
The case has seen multiple legal fronts, with proceedings playing out in both Luxembourg and California as the former power couple fights over an asset valued at approximately £250 million.
From Hollywood Golden Couple to Legal Adversaries
What makes this battle particularly poignant is the stark contrast to the couple's public image during their twelve-year relationship. Once celebrated as one of Hollywood's most glamorous pairs, their collaboration on Miraval represented a shared dream beyond the silver screen.
"This isn't just business - it's deeply personal," notes an industry insider familiar with the case. "Miraval represented their life together, their family, and their future. Now it's become the epicentre of their separation."
As the legal proceedings continue, the newly revealed emails add another layer of complexity to a case that shows no signs of reaching resolution. With millions at stake and personal histories intertwined with business interests, the Miraval battle continues to captivate observers of celebrity culture and high-stakes litigation alike.
