Brad Pitt Demands Deposition of Angelina Jolie in Château Miraval Legal Dispute

Brad Pitt has intensified the legal battle with Angelina Jolie over their shared ownership of the Château Miraval vineyard in France, seeking to depose Jolie's company, Nouvel LLC, under oath to uncover details about the disputed sale of her stake. Pitt alleges that while he was negotiating to buy Jolie's 50% stake, she was secretly negotiating with the Stoli Group, ultimately agreeing to sell to them for about $65 million without giving Pitt the chance to match the offer. Court filings indicate that Jolie's counsel provided strategic feedback to Stoli to outbid Pitt, and a private judge has questioned Jolie’s credibility in the matter. The dispute continues even after their divorce finalized in December 2024, with a contested 10% share held in escrow amid claims that Jolie failed to complete a required payment. Originally purchased in 2011 for approximately $60 million, the Château Miraval estate is now valued at around $500 million and holds significant sentimental value as the couple's wedding venue and family home. The prolonged litigation underscores the ongoing tension between the former couple regarding the vineyard's ownership and control.