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Recently, the French Institute in Lithuania celebrated its 25th anniversary. I am happy that I have been able to witness the Institute’s life both from the sidelines and, at times, as a more active participant. Yet my friendship with French culture stretches back, one might say, to my birth. I am Lithuanian, born in Lithuania in the town of Užpaliai, and through my parents' native tongue I share the very same Latin alphabet with the French: only written Lithuanian has 32 letters, while French has 26. My love for France began with the fairy tales of Charles Perrault, followed by Alexandre Dumas's novels "The Black Tulip" and "The Three Musketeers," and Alphonse Daudet's profoundly sensitive work "Letters from My Windmill"... It is precisely this sensibility that I imagine is the second reason I love the French and France.

We invite you to an autumnal tasting of French wines. Together with a sommelier in the Manor wine cellar, we will taste four yet-undiscovered wines from France—ranging from refreshingly sparkling to richly sweet. Autumn is the season of harvest, a time when nature yields the very best of what it has grown throughout the year. Grapes are no exception, having ripened their flavors in the sun since early spring. During the tasting, we will invite you to listen to the music of the wine—to discover its aromas, flavor harmonies, and stories. This will be a jazz-inspired journey of flavors toward new discoveries.

We invite you to a tasting of classic French wines. Together with our sommelier in the Manor wine cellar, we will savor four classic French wines, giving special attention to the reds—the most fitting choice for autumn. During the tasting, the elegance of Burgundy will resonate in your glass with Pinot Noir, alongside the classics of one—or perhaps even both—banks of Bordeaux: Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Just as classical music never goes out of style, these wines remain the timeless standards we always wish to return to. Discover the classics not only in music but also in taste, through a subtle, time-honored journey of wine.

We invite you to experience the autumnal landscape of the Sirvėta Regional Park with all your senses on a hike through the Milašius Telmological Reserve. Afterwards, a guided tour, alongside a delicious treat and a warm drink, awaits you at the manor.

We invite you to a tasting where we will discover how soil shapes the character of wine. Together with a sommelier in the Manor wine cellar, we will taste four wines of different "terroir": two whites and two reds, grown in varying soils — from limestone to clay or marl. It is precisely the soil that determines how the aromas of the grapes unfold, what character the wine acquires, and how even wines from the same grape variety, grown in different regions, will differ. During the tasting, we will look for these differences, compare flavors, and understand why winemakers speak of "terroir" with such reverence. Let this tasting become an introduction to the invisible creator of wine — the earth.

We invite you to a sparkling wine tasting. Together with a sommelier in the Manor wine cellar, we will taste four sparkling wines—from an elegant crémant to legendary champagne. Festivals—such as the "EuroLiszt Festival," taking place at Paliesius Manor for the very first time today—are inseparable from a festive mood, and nothing reflects this better than the bubbles rising in a glass. Why did champagne become a symbol of celebration? How do crémant and other sparkling wines differ from it? During the tasting, we will not only savor these wines but also discuss their production methods, history, and traditions. Between the two festival concerts, allow yourself a moment to raise a glass and rejoice.

We invite you to a tasting dedicated to discovering wine aromas. Together with a sommelier in the Manor wine cellar, we will taste four aromatic wines and try an aroma recognition game. We first taste wine with our noses. To some, it recalls a blossoming garden; to others, a forest floor, spices, or freshly baked bread. Do we all perceive the same aromas in the same way? In this tasting, we will learn to recognize scents, seek them out in the glass, and discover how they change our perception of flavor. Just like in a jazz improvisation, there will be no single correct answer here—only discoveries and unexpected flavor stories.

We invite you to a sparkling wine tasting. Together with our sommelier in the Manor wine cellar, we will taste four exceptional sparkling wines, including champagne. The approaching festive season is a perfect opportunity to become acquainted with the aristocracy of sparkling wines. Champagne is deservedly called the king of sparkling wines, yet alongside it shine many other impressive names. During the tasting, we will journey through renowned sparkling wine regions, exploring the subtleties of their production, the etiquette of bubbles, and the reasons why these wines have accompanied life's most important celebrations for centuries.

We invite you to a tasting where a sommelier will guide you in selecting the perfect wine for your holiday table. We will taste four wines that pair beautifully with Christmas and New Year's dishes. Which wine pairs best with herring? What should you pour with roast duck or goose? Or perhaps this year you wish to surprise your loved ones with an unexpected pairing? During this tasting, we will explore answers to the most common pre-holiday questions, discuss the harmony of food and wine, and share ideas to make your holiday table even more delicious. Four wines and an abundance of practical tips for the upcoming festive season await you.

We invite you to discover France's most famous wine region. Together with a sommelier in the Manor wine cellar, we will taste four wines from the Bordeaux region—not only reds, but whites as well. Some traditions never go out of style. Much like the music of historical instruments, which still resonates so compellingly today, the name Bordeaux remains one of the most essential in the world of wine. During the tasting, we will explore the history, classification, and diversity of flavors of this legendary region. We will discuss how Bordeaux conquered the world and why it remains the benchmark of quality and elegance to this day.