Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie remain locked in a contentious legal dispute over their shared ownership of Château Miraval, their French winery, despite finalizing their divorce. The conflict escalated after Jolie sold her stake in the winery in 2021, a move Pitt claims she executed without his consent, prompting him to pursue further legal actions.
Now, Pitt is seeking to depose Nouvel LLC, the company through which Jolie’s winery share was sold, as part of his ongoing challenge in the winery dispute.
Brad Pitt Seeks Court-Ordered Deposition of Jolie’s Company
Reports confirm that Brad Pitt has requested a court to compel Nouvel LLC to participate in a deposition related to the initial investment and ownership details of Château Miraval. This move underscores the depth of the conflict surrounding the estate, which the couple bought together in 2011 for approximately $60 million.
Although Pitt and Jolie separated in 2016, they continued co-ownership of the estate until Jolie sold her share to the Stoli Group in 2021. The sale, however, has become the focal point of litigation, as Pitt alleges it violated an agreement requiring mutual approval.
In addition to Nouvel LLC, Pitt is demanding similar deposition testimony from Tenute del Mondo, a subsidiary of Stoli Group, as part of gathering evidence related to financial contributions and the circumstances of the sale.
He is also seeking disclosures concerning the funds invested in both the home and the winery, which remain key elements in this legal confrontation.
Pitt Accuses Jolie of Secret Negotiations and Denial of Right to Match Offer
Brad Pitt’s legal filings include sharp accusations that Angelina Jolie engaged in clandestine negotiations with Stoli Group while simultaneously negotiating with him and his partner Mark Perrin regarding the sale of her winery stake. Pitt claims she denied him the chance to match the final purchase offer.
According to the filings, a lawyer representing Stoli Group contacted Jolie’s California divorce attorney on March 30, 2021, to explore whether Jolie was interested in selling her share in Miraval. Pitt alleges that throughout May of that year, while Jolie appeared to be negotiating with him, she was secretly conducting talks with Stoli.
Jolie’s transactional counsel reportedly provided Stoli’s negotiating team with detailed information, including insights from Pitt’s discussions, which outlined what it would take for Stoli to surpass Pitt’s potential offer. This inside knowledge led to a final sale price of approximately $65 million, concealed from Pitt, effectively barring him from intervening.
Divorce Finalized After More Than Eight Years
In December 2024, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie officially settled their divorce, concluding a protracted process spanning over eight years. The announcement followed years of legal disputes, both regarding their personal separation and shared assets like Château Miraval.
Angelina Jolie’s attorney, James Simon, issued a statement expressing relief at the divorce’s closure, emphasizing Jolie’s focus on family healing during their extended legal separation.
“More than eight years ago, Angelina filed for divorce from Mr. Pitt. She and the children left all of the properties they had shared with Mr. Pitt, and since that time, she has focused on finding peace and healing for their family. This is just one part of a long ongoing process that started eight years ago. Frankly, Angelina is exhausted, but she is relieved this one part is over,”
—James Simon, Angelina Jolie’s Lawyer
Details regarding the financial terms of the divorce have not been made public. Likewise, the custody arrangement for their two minor children remains confidential, though it is widely believed Jolie holds primary custody.
Brad Pitt Views Divorce Finalization as Inevitable
Contrasting Jolie’s relief, Brad Pitt described the finalization of their divorce as expected and somewhat routine, rather than a momentous event. In an interview with GQ Magazine, he downplayed the significance of the legal closure.
“No, I don’t think it was that major of a thing,”
—Brad Pitt
“Just something coming to fruition. Legally.”
—Brad Pitt
In subsequent remarks at the premiere of his film F1, Pitt reflected on personal growth through errors made in his life, expressing acceptance and forward momentum.
“No matter the mistake, you know, you just learn from [it] and move on,”
—Brad Pitt
“It’ll lead to the next success.”
—Brad Pitt
Pitt Emphasizes Importance of Close Personal Support
During interviews, Pitt attributed part of his resilience to surrounding himself with people who truly care for him. Though he did not explicitly connect these remarks to his marital history, his comments underscored a focus on family and close friendships as a foundation for moving ahead.
“At my age, I see how important it is to surround yourself with the people you know, the people you love, the people that love you back,”
—Brad Pitt
“Friends, family, and that’s it. From there, we get to go make things. It’s a pretty simple, I think, equation.”
—Brad Pitt
As legal proceedings around Château Miraval continue, the winery dispute remains a significant chapter in Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s post-divorce relationship. The outcome of the depositions and possible further legal steps will likely influence future ownership dynamics and provide clarity on the financial contributions and decision-making tied to this high-profile estate.
