10:44 pm - 02/14/2013
Next time you make a toast, think of Brad and Angelina.
The engaged couple, who have owned an 1,000-acre estate with vineyards in southwestern France since 2008, will be releasing wine in the United States beginning March 15 bearing the estate's name, Miraval.
The first wine will be a 2012 vintage pink rosé, and it will feature the label "Bottled by Jolie-Pitt and Perrin."
Perrin refers to Marc Perrin, a French winegrower who was introduced to the famous couple by mutual friends. His family is well-respected in winemaking circles, and Perrin and the Jolie-Pitts are expected to release a line of organic white and red wines later this year.
In the meantime, the rosé will feature an elegantly shaped bottle with a round label. It is also due for review in an upcoming edition of Wine Spectator.
Perrin met the couple on their estate last summer to discuss expanding their production and distribution. Jolie and Pitt consulted on the new bottle and redesign.
Miraval is located in Provence, in a wine-growing valley at an altitude of 1,150 feet. The estate includes over 75 acres dedicated to the cultivation of Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes operated in accordance with organic farming. The estate's previous owner grew and released several prize-winning wines including Miraval's predecessor rosé: Pink Floyd. The name was a tribute to the legendary rock band which recorded tracks for The Wall in studios located on the French estate grounds.
As for Pitt and Jolie's involvement, Perrin told French business magazine Challenges, "We talked a lot and did the first harvest together. They are very demanding in seeking excellence in the quality and character of their wine."
ONTD what is your favorite alcoholic beverage,would you buy this?
if i owned a 60 million castle and vineyard in south France,i would do the same.
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Brad Pitt Gave Angelina Jolie Breath Mints for Valentine's Day 2013
No flowers, diamonds or chocolates for Angelina Jolie this Valentine's Day. In honor of the romantic Feb. 14 holiday, the actress' fiance Brad Pitt gifted her with . . . breath mints. The World War Z actor, 49, didn't bestow his love of nearly eight years with everyday Tic-Tacs or Altoids -- instead giving the 37-year-old mother of his six kids with Eat Whatever, a breath-freshening product that includes one swallowable gel cap and a mint to suck on.
"It is sort of a joke -- and not," a source close to the superstar couple tells Us Weekly of the vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free product. "He always teases her that she has bad breath."
Insists the source: "It's a joke gift . . . he'll also get her something more serious."
He better. After all, Jolie has long lavished her man with treats a lot more impressive than breath-freshening products. Back in 2011, the Maleficent actress gave Pitt a diamond pendant worth six figures -- and engraved with a microscopic love note. In December of that year, as a combo birthday and Christmas present, the Oscar winner spoiled her hunk with a California waterfall for Pitt (the couple plan to build a house above it).
For Valentine's Day 2010, she surprised him with an $18,500 200-year-old tree on their Chateau Miraval compound in the south of France. Last spring, the In the Land of Blood and Honey director reportedly splurged on a $1.6 million helicopter -- plus flying lessons -- for her beau, already licensed as an airplane pilot.
Of the couple's engagement and hush-hush wedding plans? The source predicts to Us Weekly they'll get married "definitely this year."
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JOLIE-PITT Releasing Their Own Wine This Year , Brad Gave Angelina Breath Mints for Valentine 2013
Next time you make a toast, think of Brad and Angelina.
The engaged couple, who have owned an 1,000-acre estate with vineyards in southwestern France since 2008, will be releasing wine in the United States beginning March 15 bearing the estate's name, Miraval.
The first wine will be a 2012 vintage pink rosé, and it will feature the label "Bottled by Jolie-Pitt and Perrin."
In the meantime, the rosé will feature an elegantly shaped bottle with a round label. It is also due for review in an upcoming edition of Wine Spectator.
Perrin met the couple on their estate last summer to discuss expanding their production and distribution. Jolie and Pitt consulted on the new bottle and redesign.
Miraval is located in Provence, in a wine-growing valley at an altitude of 1,150 feet. The estate includes over 75 acres dedicated to the cultivation of Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes operated in accordance with organic farming. The estate's previous owner grew and released several prize-winning wines including Miraval's predecessor rosé: Pink Floyd. The name was a tribute to the legendary rock band which recorded tracks for The Wall in studios located on the French estate grounds.
As for Pitt and Jolie's involvement, Perrin told French business magazine Challenges, "We talked a lot and did the first harvest together. They are very demanding in seeking excellence in the quality and character of their wine."
ONTD what is your favorite alcoholic beverage,would you buy this?
if i owned a 60 million castle and vineyard in south France,i would do the same.
other unreliable but funny brangelina news
Brad Pitt Gave Angelina Jolie Breath Mints for Valentine's Day 2013
No flowers, diamonds or chocolates for Angelina Jolie this Valentine's Day. In honor of the romantic Feb. 14 holiday, the actress' fiance Brad Pitt gifted her with . . . breath mints. The World War Z actor, 49, didn't bestow his love of nearly eight years with everyday Tic-Tacs or Altoids -- instead giving the 37-year-old mother of his six kids with Eat Whatever, a breath-freshening product that includes one swallowable gel cap and a mint to suck on.
"It is sort of a joke -- and not," a source close to the superstar couple tells Us Weekly of the vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free product. "He always teases her that she has bad breath."
Insists the source: "It's a joke gift . . . he'll also get her something more serious."
He better. After all, Jolie has long lavished her man with treats a lot more impressive than breath-freshening products. Back in 2011, the Maleficent actress gave Pitt a diamond pendant worth six figures -- and engraved with a microscopic love note. In December of that year, as a combo birthday and Christmas present, the Oscar winner spoiled her hunk with a California waterfall for Pitt (the couple plan to build a house above it).
For Valentine's Day 2010, she surprised him with an $18,500 200-year-old tree on their Chateau Miraval compound in the south of France. Last spring, the In the Land of Blood and Honey director reportedly splurged on a $1.6 million helicopter -- plus flying lessons -- for her beau, already licensed as an airplane pilot.
Of the couple's engagement and hush-hush wedding plans? The source predicts to Us Weekly they'll get married "definitely this year."
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How random is this?!
i hate regular rosés (they all have that same gross ~rosé~ taste, idk how else to describe it), but a good provencal rosé is as good as any white.
the 30th anniversary rematch just made it even sweeter.
No real fave alcoholic beverage, I like lots of stuff but vodka & raspberry syrup & sprite is still my #1 drug atm.
OT sorta, but I gave up alcohol for lent and even though it's only the 2nd day, I am DYYYIIINNNGGG inside.
I wish I could do that. The longest I've given up is 3 weeks. But when the weekend rolls around and everyone else is drinking, it makes me want to do it too so I do.
For mixed drinks caipirinhas, alacrán (tequila, lime and orange juice, grapefruit soda), michelada, vodka+pomegranate juice+soda. Red wine: merlot and carmenere are my favorites, or whisky or just beer.
As for my favorite beverage, either Sophia Blanc de Blancs or this vodka martini served at a bar near me made with champagne and pomegranate and pineapple juices. DELICIOUS.
Oh, and spicy South American reds. SLURP SLURP SLURP.
Edited at 2013-02-14 11:30 pm (UTC)
My fav alcoholic beverage is Moscato. Though I also have a huge weak spot for pina coladas, ngl.
my go-tos are usually whiskey (7 and 7s <3) or rum and diets, I'm such a boring drinker
i do love me some really dirty martinis.