Brad Pitt wins court order in ongoing Jolie winery dispute

Brad Pitt scored another win in his legal fight with Angelina Jolie over Château Miraval after the Superior Court of California on June 17 granted a motion compelling depositions from members of the Stoli Group. Pitt's lawyers argued investors had firsthand knowledge of Jolie's 2021 sale of the French winery — co-owned by the former couple — to Tenute del Mondo, the wine division of the Stoli Group.

In June 2025 Pitt sought to depose Stoli executive Alexey Oliynik, who allegedly refused to turn over documents or appear for questioning, arguing he could not be compelled as a resident of Switzerland. One insider said, "Stoli parties will now have to face the music and be transparent about the transaction." Another claimed, "Angie did not sell to Stoli for any reason other than she expected Stoli to be an excellent worldwide distribution partner who could help grow the business for the benefit of their children, who stood to inherit Brad’s portion.

The truth is that Pitt’s ego and obsession for control got in the way.

United States, California

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