Brad Pitt is going through a difficult time in his personal life, so it is understandable that he is putting all his energy into his professional life.
In addition to working on a new version, formula 1a film about motorsport, Brad has also expanded his wine empire Miraval to create a new alcohol brand: The Gardener.
While Brad still owns the $500 million Château Miraval winery in Provence, he’s now focused on gin. His new brand is a nod to his life with Angelina Jolie, as it’s inspired by the South of France, where the couple owned their vineyard – including the house on the estate.
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Made in France, The Gardener is said to capture the essence of the Côte d’Azur with its 43% alcohol content and is said to be “handcrafted” by Brad.
According to the website, Brad is a “dreamer, a visionary and a man who has a deep connection to nature,” which is why he created a drink “that reflects the place he fell in love with.”
Speaking about the inspiration behind the drink, Brad says that The Gardener is meant to evoke: “The luxurious simplicity of an afternoon by the water. Sunset on a terrace overlooking the waves. The easy release of the mind in nature. Wonderful food, refreshing drinks. The gathering of friends and family. The carefree moments of a long vacation in the countryside. The subtle elegance of surrendering to the rhythm of nature.”
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Angelina and Brad bought Chateau Miraval in 2011. When the couple They divorced in 2016 and split their share before Angelina sold her half in October 2021. The sale angered Brad and led to Once upon a time in Hollywood Actor sues his ex-wife.
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Brad’s lawyers said the reason for the lawsuit was that she sold her share of the winery without his permission. Her lawyers countered that she refused to sign the non-disclosure agreement he presented to her when he tried to buy her half interest.
Angelina’s attorney later stated that Brad was attempting to “punish and control Angelina by demanding a new extension of the non-disclosure agreement to cover his personal misconduct and abuse,” referring to the domestic violence allegations against Brad that came to light during the divorce proceedings.
InstagramIn an emotional appeal to the father of her children, Angelina’s lawyer stated: “While Angelina again calls on Mr. Pitt to stop the bickering and finally put the family on a clear path to healing, Angelina has no choice but to obtain the necessary evidence to refute his allegations unless Mr. Pitt withdraws his lawsuit.”
As of February 2024, Brad owned 60% of the vineyard.
