Jolie and Pitt's Winery Legal Battle Set for 2027 Trial Amid Delays
Angelina Jolie appears content to let her protracted legal dispute with ex-husband Brad Pitt over their French winery, Château Miraval, continue for a little longer. The Maleficent star, aged 50, stated in a recent court filing that she believes a trial in September 2027 works well, despite Pitt's efforts to schedule it five months earlier in April.
A source commented to the Daily Mail on Jolie's approach, saying, 'It's sort of sad that the strategy is just a delay instead of addressing or resolving things, but that's par for the course.' This remark highlights the ongoing tensions in the legal proceedings that have spanned years.
Pitt's Concerns Over Delays and Aging Witnesses
Brad Pitt, aged 62, expressed in a filing that the prolonged legal back-and-forth has deprived him of years of 'the quiet enjoyment of his home in France,' valued at $164 million. The Fight Club star emphasized that time is critical, noting that key witnesses in the case are aging, with one already having passed away.
In court documents reviewed by TMZ, Pitt also pointed to the ages of Jolie's attorneys, mentioning that one had passed the bar more than 50 years ago, in 1972. This adds to his argument for a swift resolution to the case.
Jolie's Response to Pitt's Claims
Jolie countered Pitt's concerns in her filing, stating that the five-month delay would have a negligible impact on the case. She argued that Pitt has not provided evidence showing how the legal battle has affected his enjoyment of visits to the estate.
Additionally, Jolie addressed Pitt's worry that a fall trial might be interrupted by the Jewish High Holidays. She noted that Pitt did not specify which members of his legal team would be sidelined by these religious observances.
Background of the Legal Dispute
The A-list exes, who first connected while filming Mr. & Mrs. Smith in 2005, have been embroiled in this battle over the French winery for four years. Initially, the court had set a trial date for February 1, 2027, leading Pitt to concede two months from his preferred timeline.
Pitt expressed in filings that he hoped to begin sooner so all parties could 'move on with their lives.' In contrast, Jolie had requested the case be heard in November 2027, according to documents reviewed by outlets.
Roots of the Conflict and Family Details
The lawsuit was initially filed by Pitt in early 2022, alleging that Jolie sold her share of Château Miraval to Russian billionaire Yuri Shefler without his permission. Jolie defended her actions, telling the court she did not require Pitt's approval for the sale of the Correns, France winery.
Jolie and Pitt, parents to six children—Maddox, 24, Pax, 22, Zahara, 21, Shiloh, 19, and twins Vivienne and Knox, 17—split in 2016 after a 12-year relationship and two-year marriage. Their divorce was finalized in December 2024, amid numerous legal battles that continue to unfold.
The Daily Mail has reached out to representatives for both Jolie and Pitt for further comment on the ongoing story, underscoring the public and media interest in this high-profile case.
