The legal battle between them is far from over: Angelina Jolie challenges Brad Pitt again

Although Brad Pitt has scored a significant victory in the legal battle over Château Miraval winery , Angelina Jolie seems confident that this will not change the final outcome of the case.

According to court documents obtained by People , a California court granted Pitt's request to question representatives of Stoli Group , the wine and spirits company that bought Jolie's stake in Château Miraval in 2021.

The actor's legal team argues that company executives had direct knowledge of how the sale was carried out. Evidence is expected to be given in London until September 30.

However, Angelina Jolie's lawyer downplayed the significance of this development, stating that the decision "has no bearing on the substance of the case nor on Jolie's position."

"At this point, Angelina looks forward to winning the case at trial next year so that the family can finally focus on healing and moving forward," her representative said.

The conflict between the former couple has been going on for years and is related to Jolie's sale of her share in the French winery Château Miraval to the company Tenute del Mondo , part of the Stoli Group .

Brad Pitt claims the sale was made without his consent, violating an agreement that gave him first right to buy out his ex-wife's share. The actor is seeking damages, arguing that the deal damaged the business they built together.

On the other hand, Jolie has described Pitt's claims as a "false and xenophobic campaign," denying that the choice of Stoli Group had any motives other than economic interest.

A source close to the actress said that she chose the company because she believed it was the best partner to develop the business internationally, for the benefit of their children.

"The truth is that Brad's ego and desire for control prevented collaboration. He refused to work with Stoli simply because it was Angelina's choice and not his," the source said.

Meanwhile, a source close to Pitt said the court's latest ruling is "another step toward transparency," adding that the testimony of Stoli Group executives will help clarify how the deal was organized.

The civil trial between the two ex-spouses is expected to take place next year, adding another chapter to one of Hollywood's longest and most sensational legal battles.