Tony Parker’s name still echoes in basketball halls, especially for Spurs fans who watched him win four NBA titles. Whether it is his titles, his Finals MVP award, his lightning-fast drives, or his playmaking skills, they all set him apart from others, as someone who played in the NBA for around 18 seasons and ended his career in 2019. It’s because of his legendary career that the Spurs ended up retiring his No. 9 jersey. What makes this special is that he is among the 11 players who have such an honor under their belt. But what came next for Parker once the sneakers were hung for good? Turns out, retirement didn’t mean slowing down.

Parker stepped into business just as confidently as he once did into the paint. Interestingly, he became the majority owner and president of ASVEL Basket with a 20% stake. On top of that, he embraced his passion for wine by buying Chteau La Mascaronne and Chteau Saint Laurent. With a growing empire and a net worth around €200 million, he’s building just as strongly off the court.

Recently, Parker celebrated his 43rd birthday surrounded by friends and family. He shared pictures of the celebration on social media. One shot showed a table lined with plates, glasses. Another had a bowl of “Ruinart” bottles. A nearby card read, “Tony’s SIGNATURE COCKTAIL Saint Germain Spirits”. That small detail gave a nod to his deepening ties in the wine world, which, as it turns out, has been something he is interested in ever since he tasted hi. Another story showed him seated, listening to someone perform “Spirit Lead Me,” calling it a “Little home concert 🙏🏻.”

He also posted warm messages from his siblings. Pierre wrote, “Happy birthday big brother. Have a great day,” while Kelli added, “Happy Birthday big bro 🎉.” The San Antonio Spurs joined the celebration, too. They posted an eight-minute highlight reel of Parker’s unforgettable 55-point game against Minnesota in 2008. Parker simply said, “Thanks everyone for the birthday wishes. I feel truly blessed and lucky! 🤍.” It was a birthday filled with memories, music, and proof that Tony Parker’s legacy keeps aging like fine wine.

13 years back, on May 17, 2012, as balloons and birthday wishes floated through the air, Tony Parker celebrated turning 30 not with cake, but with a commanding playoff performance. Under the bright lights of the Western Conference Semifinals, Parker danced through the Clippers’ defense with signature finesse, dropping 22 points and dishing out precision passes like party favors. The Spurs cruised to a 105–88 victory, and while most celebrate birthdays with candles and confetti, Parker chose dominance and a double-digit win leading the Spurs to a 2-0 win, only to crush the Clippers 4-0 in that series. That night, the court was his stage, and turning 30 never looked so unstoppable.

Tony Parker’s wine dream takes root in Rhone with 40 hectares and a whole lot of passion

What happens when a basketball legend trades his sneakers for a pair of vineyard boots? For Tony Parker, it’s not just a retirement hobby, it’s the fulfillment of a dream he’s carried since his early twenties. “Since age 20,” he says, “I’ve dreamed of being in the wine business.” And now, that dream stretches across 40 hectares of vines in the southern Rhône Valley.

Parker’s love for wine didn’t start in a vineyard. It began with curiosity. Over the years, he tasted his way through Bordeaux and Burgundy, attended wine dinners, and learned from mentors like coach Gregg Popovich. But it wasn’t until he stumbled upon the ivy-covered Chteau Saint Laurent that everything clicked. “When I saw the castle, I just fell in love,” he says.

The estate isn’t just a scenic backdrop. It’s a working vineyard Parker is converting to organic practices, a decision that reflects his hands-on approach. “I’m hands-on, and I love to be part of that tradition,” he says. Whether he’s blending wines or planning wedding events on-site, Parker is all in.

So why rosé? It started with Brad Pitt’s Miraval, just down the road from La Mascaronne, where Parker first partnered with Michel Reybier. That experience opened the door and the path to Chteau Saint Laurent. “They were selling grapes to Guigal, so I knew they were good,” he says.

With his first rosé dropping in May last year and a vineyard full of potential, it’s clear this isn’t just a celebrity wine. It’s a true second act, rooted in respect for the craft, the land, and the glass.